As potential paths for further exploration become clear, consider these questions:
Is there any intellectual property (IP) to protect?
- It is important to evaluate IP as early as possible to determine ownership and ensure you have options to leverage the IP moving forward.
- Contact the Office of Industry Engagement to submit an invention disclosure or to discuss whether your discovery can be patented.
- Be sure to check with the Office of Industry Engagement before you publicly disclose any information about your innovation at conferences, in journal publications, or newspaper articles.
Where can I get funding for further research?
The type of funding you receive might impact the options that you have for commercialization. As you consider funding opportunities, contact the groups below to determine your best options and learn more about the proposal process.
- Office of Industry Engagement
- Industry-sponsored research
- Foundation-sponsored research
- Office of Sponsored Programs
- Federal, state, and local government sponsors
- Universities and research institutions
- Federal prime flow-through
All proposals for research funding must be submitted electronically.