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Our Services

The UPV TTBDO Staff are dedicated to helping researchers navigate the complexities of the technology transfer process.

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We work one-on-one with faculty, researchers and student inventors on the following:

Technology Transfer

We help develop early stage intellectual property into tools for direct use by the research community, or into bases for new platforms, products, or services to be made into products for public use.

Trademark Filing

Distinguishing your goods or services as a business can offer you a competitive edge in the market. Learn more about trademarks, how to apply for protection, and how to manage them.

Copyright

Copyright is automatic from the moment you create it. Registration isn’t necessary but if you want physical proof to show a work is yours, you may want to deposit your copyrighted work with us.

Patent Application

Do you have an innovation that’s new, inventive, and can be used in industry? We can assist you to protect it through a patent. Learn more about patents and how to apply for the grant of a patent.

Utility Model

Even if it's not inventive enough to qualify as a patent, your innovation can still be protected as a utility model. Find out how to apply for patent protection of a utility model.

Industrial Design

Your visual design can be protected as industrial design. Learn how you can apply for industrial designs.

Patent Drafting

Patent drafting is the first step in patenting your invention. It comprises of patent description and claims. Learn more about patent drafting and how to apply for them.

Prior Art Search

Prior Art Search helps in identifying the prior art materials including patent drafts from public sources and is used to assess patentability.

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UP Visayas

Technology Transfer and

Business Development Office

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