For R&D teams ****************************************************************************************** * What does Technology Transfer at the Third FoM look like? ****************************************************************************************** The process of Technology Transfer is open to all Research teams at the Charles University that their innovative idea, knowledge or technology can find application in the practice. interaction of the scientific team with the Center for Knowledge and Technology Transfer ( submission of the Notice of Invention or Innovation. This document is prepared in cooperat Technology Scouts. The CPPT then pre-evaluates the commercial potential of the submitted p proposes further actions accordingly. Several factors are analysed, including the current research project, potential market or the possibilities of intellectual property protectio of this evaluation is often negative. This is by no means a failure! Not all projects are commercialization in their present form. The CPPT may therefore propose changes in the pro direction, so that over time it will be a more suitable candidate for commercialization. In the case of a positive preliminary analysis result, the project progresses to the Proof phase. The aim of this phase is to prepare a specific case for the use of knowledge genera research project. This analysis is based on the applicability of intellectual property pro analysis, testing, prototyping, etc. To acquire funding for this phase, it is possible to programs such as GAMA of the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic, OP Prague - Growth P At the end of this phase, the commercialization itself can begin. Research teams may find themselves in a difficult position during the process of Technolog On the one hand, they can work on a project with potential commercial use, therefore it is protect the project's intellectual property. On the other hand, there is strong pressure o publication activity in the evaluation of scientific teams. These two approaches are seemi However, in general it is sufficient to initiate the official process of intellectual prop (which may take days or several weeks) and then it is possible to publish the results of t Therefore, if you think that your project has the potential for commercial application, do contact the Technology Scouts, who will provide advice on this issue: Technology Scouts of the Third FoM • MUDr. Josef Fontana, josef.fontana(zavinac)lf3.cuni.cz [ MAIL "josef.fontana(zavinac)lf3 • Kateřina Grygarová, katerina.grygarova(zavinac)lf3.cuni.cz [ MAIL "katerina.grygarova(zavinac)lf3.cuni.cz"] This process is regulated by the Rector's Order No. 46/2018 [ URL "https://cuni.cz/UK-9407 47/2020 [ URL "https://cuni.cz/UK-9408.html"] ****************************************************************************************** * What are the possible pathways of Technology Transfer? ****************************************************************************************** The primary output of the Proof of Concept phase is the suggestion of the optimal way of c of the analyzed research project. There are three ways by which a research project can be commercial practice: • patenting and sale of patent or license • joint research activities with a commercial partner • establishment of a spin-off company Each of the paths has its advantages, disadvantages and potential risks. Each of these is procedure, thus each project requires careful expert evaluation and a very thorough legal relationship between the Research Team and the Commercial Partner. At the Charles Universi is supported by the Center for Knowledge and Technology Transfer [ URL "https://cppt.cuni. At this point, it should be emphasized that each Innovation Project is unique and the Tech process may therefore differ from the typical trajectory described in this text. For examp may require Intellectual Property Protection at an earlier stage. This may be a project in participation of a commercial partner is required during the development of a prototype (P usually due to the financial aspects of this phase. *========================================================================================= * Patenting and sale of patent or license *========================================================================================= A patent is a state-granted exclusive right for making, using, or selling an invention tha of an inventive step and can be used industrially. It is a powerful tool for its owner, th they gain exclusivity on the market for a given product or service. This puts them in a st and opens up additional revenue stream through licensing or sale of the patent. The durati protection is 20 years from the date of filing the patent application. For Medicines and P Products, this can be extended for up to 5 years. The advantage of this pathway of commercialization is its relative simplicity. This classi of Knowledge and Technology Transfer has been used for a long time by research institution tool represents a potential source of future revenue from the sale or licensing of the pat not all research projects are suitable for patenting. The law defines numerous exceptions applications are subject to detailed scrutiny by the authorities. In addition, this approa does not provide feedback to the research institution from end-users, which complicates fu development. In addition, patenting is typically a lenghty process and is associated with We often choose this approach for small-scale innovations or when launching a product in a with several strong competitors. In addition to Patenting there are other tools for the pr intellectual property, such as Utility Models or Industrial Designs. *========================================================================================= * Joint research activities with a commercial partner *========================================================================================= This procedure represents a mutually beneficial cooperation between an academic institutio commercial partner. The academic instutution contributes with its extensive theoretical kn the field, wherease the commercial partner provides the knowledge of application practice contacts suppliers and can invest financial capital into the project. The commercial partn outsources its R&D activities and the academic institutions gains access to knowledge from financial resources to fund the project. This means that the academic institution gains faster access to project funding than in th patenting or establishing a spin-off company. At the same time, researchers may have acces from end-users, which fuels future development. Importantly, joint research activities pos of intellectual property sharing. Therefore a more comprehensive contractual agreement may Joint research project with a commercial partner is usually the method of choice for most Transfer projects, if a commercial partner can be found. *========================================================================================= * Establishment of a spin-off company *========================================================================================= In terms of complexity, this path of technology transfer is clearly the most challenging. potentially the most advantageous path for an academic institution in terms of development revenues. This is when a subsidiary is established from the parent company, which is linke institution. This subsidiary receives part of the intellectual property, technology or exi from its parent company and further transforms them into new products or services. In addi investment, the subsidiary's parent organization also shares its infrastructure. We choose this approach for radical innovations or when launching in a dynamic market. Every research project is different. It is always necessary to carefully assess each proje and choose the appropriate path of commercialization. Commercialization is always a comple requires the participation of experts in several fields - Technology Transfer, Law, Intell Protection etc. For this reason, the Center for Knowledge and Technology Transfer was esta Charles University. Its role is to provide research teams expert consultations and, togeth support the entire process of Knowledge and Technology Transfer. If you are interested in please do not hesitate to contact the Technology Scounts based at the Third Faculty of Med directly. The process of Knowledge and Technology Transfer at the CU is summarized in the following ****************************************************************************************** * Summary of the activities of Technology Scouts ****************************************************************************************** a.Monitor scientific activities at the faculty, especially in those teams that aim to comm transfer their results and actively search for results suitable for Technology Transfer. b.Mediate meetings and cooperation between R&D Teams and potential commercial partners, e. innovation centers and small and medium-sized enterprises. c.Provide advice on Intellectual Property Protection (or mediate contact with the CPPT in refer to contact persons for patenting and legal support. d.Actively participate in searching for and negotiating with potential external partners a requirements of the scientific team, in cooperation and with the support of the CPPT. 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