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  • Texas State University through its Office of Innovation, Commercialization, and Engagement is committed to regional economic development through the establishment of strong industrial research and commercialization partnerships.

    We are dedicated to creating lasting relationships through timely and fair consideration of proposals and agreements. We are a flexible organization and we offer a variety of templates to use as tools to begin discussions.

    Guidelines for University-Industry Collaboration

    The university has the authority to negotiate terms that it feels are fair, meet industry standards and that do not violate any of these principles:

    1. Researchers will have freedom to publish and disseminate research results.
    2. Agreements will allow university researchers to utilize the results of their research for education and future research.
    3. University researchers shall be aware of their intellectual property (IP) rights and obligations in any arrangement.
    4. Agreements shall be consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.
    5. Full direct and indirect costs of sponsored research will be recovered.
    6. Commercial rights will be transferred at fair market value.
    7. Students should be involved in university research to the extent practical.
    8. Agreements should in no way hinder a student's academic progress.

    Click here to download Principles and Policies For Industry Activities

  • Texas State University facilities and equipment are available for use by Texas State faculty and staff as part of their academic research activities. These resources are also available to them for use on Sponsored Research Agreements. Facilities and Equipment owned by the University may be made available to industrial partners on a fee for service basis. Any sharing of equipment or facilities must be governed by a written agreement.

    Please contact the Office of Innovation, Commercialization, and Engagement for details.

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  • Licensing University-Owned Technology

    The license must be executed in accordance with the universty's mission. The follow are general principles that must be followed:

    • Researchers will have freedom to publish and disseminate research results.
    • Agreements will allow University researchers to utilize the results of their research for education and future research
    • University researchers shall be aware of their intellectual property (IP) rights and obligations in any arrangement.
    • Agreements shall be consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.
    • Full Direct and indirect costs of sponsored research will be recovered.
    • Commercial rights will be transferred at fair market value.
    • Students should be involved in university research to the extent practical.
    • Agreements should in no way hinder a student's academic progress.

    Steps to obtaining a license

    Contact the Office of Innovation, Commercialization, and Engagement (OCI&E). The OCI&E will:

    Ask you for supporting documentation and information including but not limited to the following:

    • What is your plan for the technology?
    • Do you have a commercialization plan with a milestone schedule?
    • Are you an established company or a startup?
    • A checklist for startup companies is coming soon.
    • Company background information: What is your market, expertise, stability, etc.?
    • Are there any conflict of interest issues with any of our students, faculty, or staff?

    After information is gathered, the IP committee will meet to discuss and vote on the next action. More information may be requested. Once all the needed information and approvals are obtained, the agreement terms will be negotiated and finalized.

    Exclusive licenses require approval of the university president and may require more time.

    The agreement will contain, but is not limited to the following elements:

    • An upfront fee
    • A reasonable royalty rate
    • Reimbursement of legal costs related to patent filing
    • Commercialization milestones
    • Minimum annual royalties
    • Field of use limitation

    When the parties come to an agreement on license terms, the agreement will be finalized and necessary signatures obtained.