Technology Transfer Office

The UC Davis Technology Transfer Office provides services that connect research to the marketplace and is focused specifically on protecting and commercializing intellectual property as well as fostering entrepreneurship within the campus community. Our team of experts are available to help you find and proceed with acquiring and commercializing new technologies.

Technology Transfer Office (TTO) works closely with campus researchers and innovators and engage with the local community, businesses and partner organizations to ensure that new technologies become the foundation for new products and services that address societal needs and foster economic growth. Our team partners to provide services to translate today’s research into tomorrow’s solutions for public benefit through technology management, licensing, education, outreach, and entrepreneurship support.

Our Goal

Our goal is to translate innovative research into successful commercial impact.

Explore our Impact

You can learn more about our commercialization initiatives, transformative industry partnerships and new and innovative programs via the Office of Research Newsletter and Annual Impact Report.

Resources

• License technology or plant variety
• View available technologies
• Submit an Invention Disclosure
• Request a material transfer agreement
• Types of intellectual property
• Learn about copyright
• Policies and forms

Staff

View TTO Departmental Contacts Chart