The Office of Technology Transfer
(OTT) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington manages, protects
and licenses to industry, the intellectual property developed and created
at UNCW, while serving faculty, staff and students in all aspects of intellectual
property.
Technology transfer is accomplished
at UNCW through either of two processes. Where sufficient, the OTT licenses
its available technology to interested commercial partners. When feasible,
the OTT can also employ a more direct commercialization process by providing
technology transfer services to the UNCW coastal community.
In these instances, UNCW participates in facilitating the creation of
a new development-stage entity based on its technology. Overall, the guiding
principle is to transfer research-derived technology into commercial use
in a manner that: (1) is consistent with UNCW’s dedication to scholarly
practice, research, and creative activities; (2) demonstrates commitment
to community and regional service; (3) conforms to the highest ethical
standards.
Process
Management Flow Chart
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