Graduate Catalog

MHS 640 TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER

This course introduces the concept of intellectual property in advancing technological innovation and promoting economic development.   Students will learn how to safeguard intellectual property and facilitate technology transfer including the legal, licensing, and disclosure.  The course will also explore the requirements for issue of a patent including preparation of a patent application.  The course explores how research or an invention may be commercialized in the process of technology transfer. Emphasis is placed on the patenting and transfer of technologies pertinent to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. 

Credits

3