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Licensing UC Davis Technologies
With over 1,000 novel technologies to choose from, and ample research capabilities, we encourage you to consider the immeasurable benefits of working with our inventors and licensing one of the groundbreaking technologies developed at UC Davis.
Getting Started with the Licensing Process
To begin the licensing process, you may first identify a desired technology, or alternatively, you may contact us directly at innovationAccess@ucdavis.edu and we will assist you in identifying technologies that suit your company’s needs. Our intellectual property officers are experts in their designated fields and are available to help you find and proceed with acquiring new cutting edge technologies. When electing to license a UC Davis technology, you will undoubtedly benefit from the knowledge and expertise of our office as they assist you through the licensing process.
Initiating an Agreement
When electing to license a UC Davis technology, you will have the opportunity to sign a confidentiality agreement, learn more about the technology, and discuss plans for licensing and commercialization. Once the licensing process is underway, an agreement will be drafted conforming to common UC patent license terms. At this time, you will also be given the option of securing a low-cost, time-limited, letter agreement while negotiations proceed. This time-limited agreement provides you with the commitment that UC Davis will refrain from further marketing of this technology.
Licensing Resources
Biomedical Researcher Database (KNODE)
Use KNODE to connect and learn more about Biomedical Researcher at UC Davis.
UC Davis Core Facilities
Learn about the numerous UC Davis Core Facilities.
Principles that Guide Licensing of IP from UC.
Additional information on the UCOP guide to licensing.
Strawberry Licensing Program
Learn about our cutting edge strawberry licensing program.
UC Davis Startups
Technology transfer to start-up companies formed around UC Davis technologies enables UC Davis to be a strong economic engine for the Davis and Sacramento region, California and beyond. A partial listing of start-ups which have licensed Davis technology, and agreed to be showcased on our website, are available at UC Davis Start-ups.
Sponsor Research
Industry-sponsored projects can be supported either by an individual company or by a consortium using the following award mechanisms
Building Industry-University Collaborations & Research Partnerships
The Foundation and Corporate Engagement (FCE) team is committed to effectively and efficiently managing industry-university research collaborations, with the appropriate, authorized representatives of both parties, to advance the mission of the university.
University of California, Davis
Innovation and Technology Commercialization
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Davis, CA 95618-6153
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