Tech Transfer Offices

Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) are university or research institution units that facilitate the commercialization of new inventions and discoveries. They help researchers protect their ideas through patents, then find companies or entrepreneurs interested in developing and bringing those innovations to market. Essentially, TTOs serve as a bridge between academic research and the commercial world, ensuring that valuable innovations benefit society while providing revenue and funding back to the institution. They manage legal, financial, and strategic aspects of turning research into products or services.