The Office of Technology Transfer

The Office of Technology Transfer supports the protection and commercialization of innovations developed at The University of Akron. The team manages invention disclosures, assesses technologies for market potential, coordinates patent filings, and facilitates licensing agreements. The office also assists with startup formation stemming from UA research and collaborates with local, regional, and national partners to help bring university innovations to market which contributes to regional economic development.

To learn more about UA’s licensing process, visit our Patents & Licensing page.


Frequently requested forms and documents:
Invention Disclosure Form
UA Research, Copyright and Patent Policy
UA Conduct and Ethics Policy