Ateneo - UPO

The course covers topics relating to the capacity and management of innovation processes, models and paradigms characterising technology transfer, principles of intellectual property, patent title, valorisation of research results, creation of business models and spin-offs.

Hockaday, T. (2020). University Technology Transfer: What it is and how to Do it. JHU Press.

The course has a twofold objective. On the one hand, to introduce students to an understanding of the mechanisms and tools of innovation and technology transfer. On the other, to generate analytical and in-depth skills in technology transfer. Furthermore, from a practical point of view, students will be asked to develop and present a business model in order to provide the basis for exploring business opportunities through the exploitation of research results (spinoff) and, in parallel, to learn how to obtain a patent, understand its requirements and learn how to manage it and what rights it gives rise to.

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Lectures with working groups and practical insights. Discussion of case studies as an example of valorisation of research results to be realised in teams with different skills and knowledge among the various members. Testimonials on technology transfer. Simulation of business models from conception to presentation.

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1. Introduction to the concept of innovation, evolution of the concept of innovation, fundamental paradigms. Introduction to technology transfer models and tools.
2. Fundamentals of industrial property and hints on intellectual property (copyright) and copyright law.
3. Focus on the patent: requirements, characteristics, structure, function, legal aspects.
4. Commercial exploitation and business models
5. Business creation
6. Insight into technology transfer models in large companies, SMEs, innovative enterprises and the research world.

Knowledge and understanding: The course aims to provide an understanding of the mechanisms and tools of technology transfer innovation to generate societal impact. Autonomy: The course aims to make students autonomous in database management and in the creation and development of business ideas. Relational skills: At the end of the course, students will also acquire industry-specific language.