Exploitation and commercialization of research

This programme helps research teams assess result readiness and choose among internal exploitation, licensing, assignment, and commercialization partnerships.

It connects technical evidence, ownership, market demand, partners, and transaction structure.

Who this is for

• Researchers and research-output managers

• Technology-transfer and innovation centres

• Business, investment, IP, and legal teams

Core content

• Assessing assets, evidence, maturity, and exploitation rights

• Comparing internal exploitation, licensing, assignment, and partnership options

• Defining markets, partners, value propositions, and validation needs

• Preparing an information package and key terms for partner engagement

• Select an exploitation pathway suited to the context

• Identify gaps in evidence, rights, and readiness

• Build market and partner-selection criteria

• Outline an asset package and commercialization-engagement plan