Technology Transfer Office

A Technology Transfer Office (TTO) is a specialized unit within a university or research institution that helps turn new inventions and scientific discoveries into practical products or services. They evaluate innovative ideas, protect intellectual property like patents, and find companies or entrepreneurs interested in developing and commercializing these innovations. The goal is to ensure that valuable research benefits society, stimulates economic growth, and generates revenue for the institution. Essentially, the TTO acts as a bridge, connecting academic innovation with the marketplace while managing legal and business aspects involved in bringing new technologies to users.