This short, accessible work outlines a typical tech transfer office at a university. Research universities drive innovation across entire industries and local economies, and smart companies can figure out how to leverage partnerships for commercial successes. The university office that facilitates that is called “tech transfer.” These offices received increased momentum when a federal act in 1980 allowed universities to license their innovations for profit while under federal funding.
At 31 pages, this book is not long, and other, more lengthy, more costly books exist for those interested in deep expertise. However, since I wanted to learn about tech transfer separate from my institution’s tech transfer materials, this book fit the bill with its general overview. It hit on all the highlights without entering into the minutiae of individual case studies. I can now be conscious of the concepts at play when I dialogue with my colleagues across campus.
Employees of tech transfer offices will probably want something deeper to educate themselves, but those who, like me, just want to collaborate can benefit from this short look. Further, entrepreneurs who look to capitalize on new technological products can certainly learn what universities look for when forming partnerships with industry. A little knowledge can go a long way in contributing to the economy by advancing a new product.
Understanding Tech Transfer: A Brief Guide to University Technology Transfer
By Darby Spenser
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ASIN B0BJPJCKBW
Page Count: 31
Genre: Technology, Research
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