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Policy

The policy of the University of Virginia is to consider and, where appropriate, assist in the patenting and commercial development of discoveries or inventions which are the product of University research. Any person who may be engaged in University research shall be required to execute a patent agreement with the University in which the rights and obligations of both parties are defined.

  • This policy is intended to:
  • 1) provide an incentive to creative intellectual effort and the advancement of knowledge for the welfare of mankind;
  • 2) insure that the respective interests of the researcher (as faculty or staff member or student), the University, any supporting sponsor, and society are considered and protected through the development of fair contracts and procedures;
  • 3) assist the researcher and the University to realize tangible benefits from inventions or discoveries; and
  • 4) advance and encourage further research within the University with whatever funds accrue to the University from inventions resulting from University research.