Research conducted at UMB may result in inventions, innovations, software, data, or other intellectual property (IP). This stage of the research lifecycle focuses on protecting those discoveries, complying with university and sponsor requirements, and exploring pathways for commercialization or public use.
Technology transfer activities may occur before publication, during an active award, or after a discovery is made.
UMB’s technology transfer activities are administered through UM Ventures/Office of Technology Transfer, in coordination with the Office of the Senior Vice President Staff.
What Happens During This Stage
During the Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property stage, researchers may:
- Disclose inventions or innovations resulting from UMB research
- Work with licensing and patent professionals to assess patentability
- Protect intellectual property prior to public disclosure or publication
- License technologies to existing companies or support startup formation
- Comply with federal, state, and university intellectual property requirements