Tech Transfer Office

A Tech Transfer Office (TTO) is a dedicated team at a university or research institution that helps turn innovative ideas and scientific discoveries into real-world products, companies, or technologies. They manage the process of patenting inventions, licensing them to existing companies, or supporting startups that develop new technologies. The goal is to ensure that research outcomes benefit society by making inventions accessible and commercially viable while protecting intellectual property rights. Essentially, the TTO acts as a bridge between researchers and industry, helping innovations move from the lab to the marketplace.