Technology Transfer

Supporting conversion of university research into public use

Bolstering the UToledo mission to improve the human condition, the Technology Transfer Office (TTO) is committed to helping your technology reach the market. The greatest benefit of technology transfer is the satisfaction of seeing your ideas improve the lives of the people around you.

Contact our office if you have questions about patenting, transferring materials, confidentiality agreements, or other intellectual property matters.

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Disclose Your Innovative Idea

Submit your invention or research tool disclosure using the UToledo Inventor Portal.

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Available for Licensing 

Search for technologies developed by UToledo innovators that are available for licensing.

Search Technologies and Patents

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Commercialization Process

See how we work with companies and inventors to make technologies available to the public.

The Life Cycle Of Innovation

 
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Ohio IP Promise

Discover how UToledo collaborates with companies and entrepreneurs to bring  research discoveries to market.

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Inventor Resources

Explore useful links and documents for information about services provided to innovative faculty, staff, and students.   

Explore Resources

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Looking for additional information about technology advancement? Call or email our department for assistance.

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Last Updated: 7/30/25