Books / Special Reports:
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Global Higher Education Technology Transfer Office Benchmarks A unique benchmarking source that digs deep into meaningful data dealing with the day-to-day operations of TTOs ... more »
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Global Higher Education Technology Transfer Office Outreach & Marketing Activities This condensed report focuses solely on internal and external marketing efforts, developments in PR, and the partnerships formed by tech transfer offices ... more »
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Global Higher Education Technology Transfer Office Staffing & Compensation This condensed report focuses solely on the staffing, salary, and budget concerns of technology transfer offices ... more »
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International Survey of Engineering Faculty & Administration: View of University Efforts to Promote Technology Transfer, Patents & Sponsored Research Benchmarks and data to compare your engineering program’s patenting, tech transfer, and sponsored research efforts against university programs worldwide ... more »
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International Survey of Research University Leadership: View of Technology Transfer and Sponsored Research Offices This in-depth report includes comprehensive data compiled from leaders of 53 offices of sponsored research and technology transfer ... more »
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Patent Filing & Annuity Fee Management Benchmarks This benchmarking resource includes data, in-depth commentary and analysis based on survey results from 17 major companies and research universities ... more »
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Patent Information Use Benchmarks This report includes survey data from three populations of patent information users: major law firms, major companies, and research-oriented universities ... more »
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Primary Research Data and Benchmarking Collection Three specialized research data and benchmarking studies covering grant funding, sponsored research, and technology transfer ... more »
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Survey of Best Practices in Pursuit of NIH SBIR & STTR Grants This in-depth report provides a rich set of best practices and data to compare against your own strategies in pursuing NIH SBIR and STTR grants ... more »
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Survey of Higher Education Efforts to Create and Spinoff New Companies Get detailed data and benchmarks from university TTOs and other university-based research entities to compare their efforts against your own practices ... more »
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Survey of Higher Education Strategies to Win Grants from the National Institutes of Health This in-depth report provides a rich set of data to compare your practices in pursuing NIH research grants with other research institutions ... more »
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Survey of Sponsored Research Agreements between the Private Sector and Higher Education This in-depth report provides a rich set of benchmarks and data to compare against your own sponsored research activity ... more »
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The Survey of Medical School Faculty: Earnings from Research and Technology Licensing and View of Technology Transfer Office This in-depth report covers a wide range of medical specialties based on extensive survey results from 141 universities from the USA and abroad ... more »
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NEW! U.S. Export Controls Compliance Practices Benchmarks for Higher Education, 2020 Edition Benchmarks and data to compare against your own practices and procedures regarding compliance with U.S. export control regulations and related strictures ... more »
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U.S. Federal Government Robotics Research Funding Get detailed data on the volume of grants and contracts obtained by major U.S. universities, university spin-offs, and private contractors ... more »
Distance Learning:
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All Access Pass This program gives you and your staff a complete arsenal of tech transfer benchmarks, best practices, and success strategies – at your fingertips 24/7 ... more »
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Avoid SBIR/STTR Fraud and Abuse Allegations in University Research During this program, Joe Runge will reveal UNeMed’s methods and best practices for supporting its clinicians ... more »
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Bayh-Dole Compliance Check-up: Effectively Address the Challenge of Complacency We've recruited a top patent attorney to lead this one-hour Bayh-Dole compliance workshop ... more »
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Best Practices for Drafting University-Industry R&D Partnership Agreements Get expert guidance on drafting an R&D agreement that will attract industry and drive your research projects forward while also preventing problems ... more »
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Best Practices in Export Control Compliance One of five collections that make up our Best Practices in Sponsored Research Management series ... more »
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Best Practices in Forming and Managing Industry-University Partnerships One of five collections that make up our Best Practices in Sponsored Research Management series ... more »
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Best Practices in Gaining SBIR/STTR Funding for University Technologies One of five collections that make up our Best Practices in Sponsored Research Management series ... more »
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Best Practices in Material Transfer Agreement Management One of five collections that make up our Best Practices in Sponsored Research Management series ... more »
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Best Practices in Preventing and Managing Research Fraud and Misconduct One of five collections that make up our Best Practices in Sponsored Research Management series ... more »
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Best Practices in Sponsored Research Management: A Distance Learning Training and Professional Development Collection Everything from attracting industry contracts and obtaining federal funding to avoiding conflicts of interest and complying with export control regulations ... more »
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Best Practices in University Research and Tech Transfer Compliance This collection is filled with expert compliance guidance related to the Bayh-Dole Act, reporting guidelines for iEdison, and SBIR/STTR funding regulations ... more »
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Blurred Lines and Gray Areas: Managing Conflicts of Interest in University Tech Transfer and Sponsored Research Our experts will provide solid guidance on the blurred lines of conflicts as they relate to research, funding, and start-ups in the university setting ... more »
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Building International Sponsored Research Collaborations: Navigating Culture, Contracting, Compliance, and IP Protection This program will help you tap into the growing international opportunities for sponsored research deals ... more »
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Case Study of the University at Buffalo UB Swift Program: Drafting Sponsored Research Agreements with Industry-Focused Terms This program will leave attendees with tried and true terms they can begin introducing into their agreements immediately ... more »
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Compliance Management and Fraud Prevention in Sponsored Research This program focuses on how to protect against fraud claims, identify compliance risks, and deal with the fallout if called to defend against an audit. ... more »
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Connecting University Research to Industry Funding Sources: Case Study of the Penn State Innovation Gateway This program will explore the concept, development, funding and management of the Innovation Gateway and its curated list of potential partners ... more »
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NEW! Create a Winning Research Grant Budget and Maximize Available Award Dollars: A Webinar Workshop During this program you will learn expert tips and gain valuable insights into preparing a successful budget and budget narrative for your proposal ... more »
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Cultivate Winning University-Industry Relationships Through Corporate Affiliate Programs This session will discuss how to structure, manage and grow various types of corporate affiliate programs ... more »
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Cultivating, Negotiating, and Managing Research Agreements with Philanthropic Organizations Get a detailed look at specific issues to consider before entering into a partnering deal with a non-profit ... more »
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Deemed Export Compliance: A Workshop for University TTOs Many common university research practices risk huge civil or criminal fines, without a “Deemed Export" or technology transfer license. ... more »
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Departing Faculty: How to Protect University IP, Avoid Legal Disputes, and Preserve Funding A detailed review of best-practice policies and procedures for handling faculty departures, as well as guidance that will help protect your university's IP ... more »
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Discovering, Reporting and Managing Fiscal Misconduct in University Research Get details on recent, high-profile cases of fiscal misconduct involving university research grants and learn to prevent such actions at your institution ... more »
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Dispelling SBIR/STTR Funding Myths and Misconceptions for University-Based Innovations Learn to identify and dispel the common -- and some not so common -- misunderstandings surrounding the SBIR/STTR funding programs ... more »
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Drafting and Negotiating IP Rights in Sponsored Research Agreements Our experts will examine key considerations and outline critical provisions, while offering best practices for drafting and negotiating SRAs ... more »
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Drafting and Negotiating Master Research Agreements Gain a greater understanding of the purpose of MRAs and best practices for solidly written agreements that will stand the test of time ... more »
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Drafting and Negotiating Preferential Rights in University IP Licenses and Sponsored Research Agreements Discuss drafting and negotiation strategies and best practices for addressing the structure, assignment and enforcement of preferential rights ... more »
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EAR/ITAR Compliance Workshop: Understanding and Managing Export Control in University Research and Technology Transfer We will review the EAR/ITAR regulations and discuss key definitions of terms related to deemed exports ... more »
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Effective Models of University-Industry Engagement: Case Studies in Success Collection of four leading universities that have used innovative strategies and proven programs to achieve robust relationships with corporate partners ... more »
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Enhance University-Industry Collaboration: Case Study of UGA’s Industry Engagement Team and Industry Express Program Learn how UGA's Industry Express program benefits industry partners by making the negotiation of research agreements a faster and more transparent process ... more »
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Export Control Regulations: Best Practices for Navigating the Fundamental Research Exemption in Sponsored Research Projects This program will define the fundamental research exemption within Export Administration Regulations and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ... more »
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Export Control Update: Technology Transfer and the Boundaries of Fundamental Research "Export Control Update" is designed to help you update and strengthen your current export control compliance program ... more »
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NEW! Financial Audits of Industry-Sponsored Research: What to Expect and How to Manage the Process This program will demystify the audit process so that both parties can come away with valuable insight into the financial well-being of a research project ... more »
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Fostering University-Industry Alliances: Exploring the TTO’s Expanding Role Learn from our panel of experts who have successfully taken up the task of actively working to expand the TTO’s reach and impact ... more »
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Impact Convergence: A New Model for Building Scalable Relationships between Industry and Universities This program will present an action plan for building a roadmap for scalable relationship-building with key industry partners ... more »
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International Collaborations and IP Protection This collection will help you tap into the growing international opportunities for sponsored research deals ... more »
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Maintaining Compliance with iEdison: A Practical Guide for Universities During this program, Joe Runge will reveal UNeMed’s methods and best practices for supporting its clinicians ... more »
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Managing Compliance Challenges Associated with Research Gifts This program will demonstrate how to create clear and concise university policy to correctly classify and process all gifts, and ensure accountability ... more »
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Managing Conflicts of Interest in Large-Scale Industry Partnerships In the face of shrinking budgets many universities are seeking out major partnerships, and the benefits of big corporate research dollars can be significant ... more »
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Managing Conflicts of Interest in the Commercialization of University Research Get up-to-date on important regulatory issues and gain practical strategies for tackling the broad spectrum of COI issues you face ... more »
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Managing Material Transfer Agreements: Key Practices for Saving Time and Money Learn how the Vanderbilt Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization tackled its MTA workload, culminating in this time- and money-saving solution ... more »
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Marketing Strategies that Attract and Engage Industry Partners This program will provide a wealth of how-to advice on developing your marketing strategies to attract and secure solid, long-term industry partnerships ... more »
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Material Transfer Agreement Management: Negotiation Strategies to Strengthen Legal Protection and Gain Efficiency During this program you'll hear from two experts from the University of Iowa who have successfully addressed the MTA challenge ... more »
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Metrics and Benchmarking for University Corporate Engagement: Breaking Down Silos to Gauge Performance This program will provide a roadmap to bringing your corporate engagement efforts into a more cohesive, holistic strategy ... more »
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Mitigating Risks Associated with Foreign Research Collaborators Comply with security measures required by federal agencies, identify red flags to protect research, and offer best practices in mitigating risks ... more »
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Opportunities and Pitfalls in Joint Development and Patent Licensing under the AIA This presentation will clarify the risks and benefits facing universities and their industry partners seeking to license jointly developed innovations ... more »
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Overcoming Joint IP Ownership Challenges in University Research Partnerships This program explores how to protect your ownership stake, remain a good research partner, and deal with conflicts when they arise ... more »
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Preserving Sponsored Research Integrity: Fortifying Contractual Language and University Policy to Prevent Bias and COI This program will dive into best practices that universities can draw upon to ensure the integrity of their corporate-sponsored research ... more »
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Preventing Tax Compliance Nightmares in University Tech Transfer and Industry-Sponsored Research Take home compliance guidance and strategies you can use to ensure you steer clear of common tax problems and complications ... more »
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Saving Time and Increasing Productivity with iEdison: Reassessing the Subject Invention Requirement and Minimizing Reporting Errors This program will show you how to save time with iEdison by providing an in-depth view of what a subject invention is and what really needs to be reported ... more »
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SBIR/STTR Funding: Strategies for Submitting a Winning Application SBIR/STTR funding consultant and former NIH scientific review officer Geoffrey White, PhD, will identify the four primary components to getting funded ... more »
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SBIR/STTR Policy Changes: New Challenges and New Opportunities This program will clarify the various agencies' directives and give you clear guidance on how to navigate recent policy successfully ... more »
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Sponsored Research Compliance: Best Practices for Working with Auditors Our team will discuss the role and objectives of internal and external audit functions, and provide specific ideas for leveraging the audit process. ... more »
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Strengthening Relationships and Collaboration between Sponsored Research and Technology Transfer Offices Learn how the U of Iowa brought their TTO and SRO together, improved their relationship, and created a more seamless experience for industry partners ... more »
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The 2018 Bayh Dole Revisions: Practical Compliance Guidance for Technology Transfer Offices will guide you through the key changes, their practical impact, and the specifics of implementation with staff, systems, procedures, and licensees ... more »
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The Anatomy of a Great Industry-University Partnership Learn how you can craft successful industry partnerships, grow licensing revenues, and gain regional economic benefits for years to come ... more »
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The SBIR/STTR Proposal Playbook: A Webinar Workshop for Drafting Winning Applications This program will provide a solid understanding of what makes a good SBIR/STTR proposal and what the largest agencies are looking for ... more »
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Turning Flyover Country into Ground Zero for Valuable University-Industry Partnerships: Case Study of the Kansas State University Institute for Commercialization Participants will learn how to use KSU-IC’s strategic partnership pathway model model to create long-term, economic-based partnerships with companies ... more »
Monthly Newsletters:
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University-Industry Engagement Advisor monthly newsletter This monthly newsletter is focused on all the critical challenges and opportunities that fall within the holistic approach to industry engagement ... more »
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All Access Pass This program gives you and your staff a complete arsenal of tech transfer benchmarks, best practices, and success strategies – at your fingertips 24/7 ... more »