Stanford Office of Technology Licensing

The Stanford Office of Technology Licensing (OTL) manages the university's inventions and discoveries, helping to turn research into practical products and services. They evaluate new ideas, protect intellectual property through patents, and collaborate with companies to license technologies. The goal is to promote innovation, benefit society, and support researchers by ensuring their work can be developed and shared efficiently. Essentially, Stanford OTL acts as a bridge between academic innovation and real-world application, balancing the interests of inventors, the university, and industry partners.