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Intellectual property and commercialisation

The intellectual capital within the research project needs to be carefully preserved and managed. This module provides an overview of how intellectual property is defined and managed at The University of Sydney and explores the potential for commercialisation of research outcomes. A useful module for all researchers – but particularly important for those working in areas where the research outcomes have high commercial potential.

Aims

This module is designed to provide university researchers with an introduction to commercialisation. An emphasis has been placed on ensuring the researcher gains a broad understanding and appreciation of the processes involved in identifying, protecting and packaging innovations for the marketplace. Such an understanding should provide a critical base for researchers wishing to participate in and appreciate the complex commercialisation process.

Learning outcomes

After completing this module you should be able to:

  • Define and differentiate the types of intellectual property
  • Describe the nature of intellectual property management
  • Outline the way to structure a research project to generate IP
  • Summarise the ways to protect intellectual property on a daily basis
  • Appreciate the issues relating to intellectual property ownership for employees and students
  • Comprehend the broad commercialisation process

Content overview

The module comprises the following topics:

1. Intellectual property (IP) in a university context
2. Commercialisation
3. IP and commercialisation dictionary

Intellectual property and commercialisation workshop

This half day, interactive workshop is designed to provide an opportunity to have your questions about Intellectual property and commercialisation answered. You will hear from key Sydnovate staff and from researchers experienced in commercialisation.

Presenters

  • Dr Anders Hallgren, Director - Sydnovate
  • Ms Anna Grocholsky, Manager, Intellectual Property - Sydnovate
  • Plus a panel of University of Sydney researchers with experience in the commercialisation process

Venue

TBA

Duration

9.00am - 1.00pm

Dates

This module will be offered in Semester I - 2013. The dates for these modules will be published on our website in due course.

Please note that there is 4-6 hours of work (pre-reading and exercises) prior to the workshop. This must be completed prior to attendance at the workshop.