Intellectual property in academia

As drivers of the "knowledge economy", academics and technology transfer experts share advice on patent and copyright issues to protect intellectual property (IP) and support translational research, commercialisation, inventions, information assets and university spin-outs. Plus, get help to understand your rights when publishing your research as a book or journal article.

By miranda.prynne , 23 March, 2026
To successfully commercialise research, you need first to understand the different routes available for taking your findings to market and how your institution can help, as Nicolas Huber explains
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By Eliza.Compton , 24 February, 2026
Early action matters when it comes to protecting and commercialising university innovations. This step-by-step technology transfer process bridges the gap between lab discoveries and real-world impact
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3minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 26 August, 2025
As artificial intelligence reshapes teaching and research, one legal principle remains at the heart of our work: copyright. Understanding its implications isn’t just about compliance – it’s about protecting academic integrity, intellectual property and the future of knowledge creation. Cayce Myers explains
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4minutes
By miranda.prynne , 22 August, 2025
Advice on how universities and their staff can maximise the benefits of academic-industry partnerships for researchers, students and society
By Eliza.Compton , 24 June, 2025
A novel scientific discovery can catapult a researcher from the bench to being an entrepreneur. Here, Greta Faccio shares considerations for next steps in commercialising an invention
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3minutes