Elevate Your Innovation Journey: Introducing the Technology Commercialization Foundations Course

NJIT’s Technology Transfer Office (TTO) is introducing a new, comprehensive Citi Technology Commercialization Foundations course. This essential program is designed to immediately familiarize NJIT innovators with the IP and technology transfer processes and clarify expectations for successful invention commercialization.

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Dear NJIT Innovators,

Working toward achievement of Priority 3 in the NJIT 2030 strategic plan, we are launching a new, comprehensive course through Citi: Technology Commercialization Foundations. This course will help NJIT innovators become familiar with the IP and technology transfer processes as well as expectations.

We strongly recommend that all researchers and inventors complete this course before submitting a new Invention Disclosure Form via the Inventor Portal.

What You Will Gain

This essential training will transform your working relationship with the TTO, empowering you to become a knowledgeable and equal partner in advancing your discovery.

By the end of the course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of:

  • Technology Transfer and Commercialization: A full overview of the university's process from lab to market.
  • Intellectual Property (IP) Protection: What it is, why it matters, and how we protect your inventions.
  • Essential Agreements: Understanding the role of NDAs, MTAs, and other legal instruments.
  • Pathways to Impact: The fundamentals of licensing your technology or forming a university start-up company.

This knowledge is crucial for maximizing the societal impact and commercial potential of your research. 

Use your UCID login to access the course.  Click this link to learn how.