Protection of intellectual property
Protecting research results is a crucial step in the valorisation cycle. Adequate protection of research results can offer the owner an important competitive advantage. We explain how this works and who can advise you on this.
The IP and Licensing team of the TechTransfer Office advises on protecting inventions and develops an appropriate IP strategy.
Please note: research results can only be protected via intellectual property rights if they are not yet public (publication, presentation, etc.). Contact us before disclosing research results.
Looking for licensing opportunities?
Ghent University is actively seeking partners or licensees for technologies in several application domains.
How to apply for patent protection?
The patent procedure is outlined schematically and consists of four key stages from initial preparation, priority application and international application, to regional implementation.
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