Technological transfer in 4 phases
1. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Your innovative ideas, research, and inventions are pivotal in driving forward a brighter, more sustainable future. They have the power to advance human knowledge and deliver substantial societal benefits. Safeguarding your intellectual property amplifies the impact of your work, paving the way for meaningful collaboration and commercialization opportunities. The value and impact of your projects on society increase by protecting intellectual property
before publishing your research. To unlock the full potential of your research, we invite you to connect with a TTO Iceland ambassador within your institution. They are ready to guide you through every step, ensuring your innovations achieve the recognition and reach they deserve. Explore our accessible contact list below and embark on your journey towards transformative impact.
2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Safeguarding your Intellectual Property (IP) significantly enhances the worth of your research, projects, and start-up ventures. Our team is dedicated to assisting you in the protection and management of your research outcomes and IP assets. We specialize in identifying and evaluating inventions, conducting comprehensive analyses of patent and market landscapes, and providing strategic guidance to navigate your ideas and inventions towards success. Let us help you secure and capitalize on your intellectual achievements, setting the foundation for their future growth and impact.
Types of intellectual property rights
We've prepared an overview of the various Intellectual Property Protection types at your disposal. We look forward to meet with you to discuss your research and projects and to assist in safeguarding your creations and their outcomes. Keep in mind that securing IP protection prior to publication is crucial for patents. Only for design rights, utility models and trademarks can you apply for IP protection up to 12 months after your work has been published. Still, we recommend doing this before publishing. Ensuring early protection is key to maintaining the integrity and potential of your work.
Application process
Every innovator and business investing in research, development, and marketing deserves confidence that their efforts won't be undermined by competitors or third parties. To truly profit from your innovations, a solid business model with a robust IP strategy is essential. While trademarks, patents, and copyrights are familiar territories, the importance of design protection often goes unrecognized. Yet, the unique design of your products, packaging, logos, drawings, and artwork is crucial for standing out in the competitive landscape. The IP Metro guides you through the process of application filing, ensuring you're well-equipped to protect and capitalize on your creative assets. Let's navigate the path to securing your innovations together so don't hesitate to contact us!
3. Strategy & Marketing
Once we've conducted a thorough analysis to safeguard your intellectual property and taken steps to secure it we move to strategically align your project with potential investors and key industry players. Our extensive network allows us to facilitate meaningful connections with investors and industry leaders, fostering an environment ripe for opportunity and growth. The development of a bespoke strategy, informed by market analysis and insights, ensures your project is not only well-positioned for success but also aligned with global sustainability and development aims.
At Audna, our focus is on maximizing the potential of your project through marketing and impactful collaborations, contributing to a sustainable future. To highlight the significant role of Technology Transfer in societal advancement, we strategically align our business approaches with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This integration not only emphasizes the societal impact of your innovations but also showcases the broader contribution to global sustainability efforts. Join us in making a meaningful difference through strategic partnerships and impactful innovation.
4. Licencing & creating impact
Following an effective marketing campaign, this phase involves strategic discussions with potential collaborators, investors, and entrepreneurial minds who are ready to elevate your project. We guarantee that crafting and executing licensing agreements with the right partners will yield substantial rewards. Your journey may encompass diverse paths such as advancing exploration, debuting your invention in the marketplace, potentially establishing a start-up, and engaging in licensing and/or collaborative agreements. We are here to guide you through these opportunities, ensuring your intellectual property not only reaches its full potential but also makes a lasting impact.
Founding a start-up?
After successful negotiations and having the right agreements in your pocket, it is time for launching your project to the market. Some inventors choose to hand over their project to entrepreneurs who will take it further, and others decide to start their own business. We give advice on start-up creation and science business acceleration.
