Research & Enterprise Services (RES)
Commercialisation & Knowledge Exchange Services
Heriot-Watts' reputation as a leading institue for Technology Transfer and Research Commercialisation is well known across Scotland and the EU. As we approach REF2014, commercialisation or more specifically the economic and societal IMPACT of your research becomes increasingly important. With dedicated support from our highly professional industry experienced staff we can assist you in the delivery of the overall Univesity KT strategy through:
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Providing advice & support to HWU members of staff on all aspects of commercialisation, IPR, copyright & Patent issues
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Supporting HWU staff to secure income from commercially-oriented sources (including Proof of Concept awards, Research Council Follow on Funds, funding and development funding by potential licensees)
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Licensing and Marketing of HWU inventions to external companies
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Formation of HWU spin-out companies
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Negotiating Terms & Conditions of all Contracts and Licenses
- Delivering customised training on "Best Practices in IPR Licensing & Research Commercialisation" to staff