Introduction
This report provides a comprehensive examination of the major trends in technology transfer activity in the US, Canada and Europe. The report provides a detailed country-level analysis of technology transfer and associated intellectual property technology regulations, in addition to evaluating the key approaches to office structuring and strategies to negotiate the ’funding gap’.
Scope of this research
- Analysis of how intellectual property rights differ by geography.
- Discussion of how the availability of potential collaborators and licensing partners differ by geography.
- Comparison of alternative models for delivering technology transfer.
- Analysis of the impact that each model of tech transfer delivery has upon commercial returns, operational effectiveness and culture/process.
Research and analysis highlights
The number of new technology transfer licensing agreements ‘earned’ for every $1 billion of research expenditure has fallen from 115 to 109 between 2004 and 2006. However, the rate of return for licensing revenues per $1 million research expenditure has increased over the same period, from $34,806 to $40,837.
The efficiency of technology transfer outcomes varies across major regions. The UK produces the highest rate of invention disclosures, licensing agreements and new start-ups. The US produces the greatest rate of new patent grants, while Canada generates the most new patent applications.
A common industry complaint about interactions with technology transfer offices is ‘a lack of understanding about customer needs’. Tech transfer executives are often viewed to better understand the merits of scientific over commercial solutions.
Key reasons to purchase this research
- Identify the latest trends in technology transfer and compare the relative efficiencies of different regions.
- Compare the progress of leading peer-group universities and institutions.
- Benchmark the best practices of leading technology transfer offices in the US and Europe.
- Assess the strategic recommendations and future predictions of technology transfer specialists.