Author name: Joanna Borzyszkowska

Rules for Profit Sharing from Commercialization at MUG

The distribution of profits from commercialization, as stipulated in the Regulations on the Management of Copyrights and Related Rights, Industrial Property Rights, and Commercialization Principles at the Medical University of Gdańsk, which is Annex No. 1 to Resolution No. 48/2017 of the MUG Senate dated November 27, 2017, is as follows: Why Does the University …

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Invitation to Participate in EU4Health Tenders

The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has announced a tender under the EU4Health program for: 🚀 Development of a Rapid, Portable Medical Device for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) 🚀 The goal is to create a device that provides AST results within one hour of sample collection and, ideally, also identifies pathogens responsible for …

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Collaboration with the Medical Industry – Key Steps Taken by the Technology Transfer Office (TTO)

The commercialization of medical innovations requires more than just great ideas—it demands collaboration with the right partners. Whether developing a new medical device, therapy, or diagnostic technology, establishing strong industry connections is crucial for success. At the Medical University of Gdańsk, the Technology Transfer Office (TTO) facilitates partnerships with industry to support the further development …

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Formalism at public universities – a necessity or a bureaucratic obstacle?

Public universities play a crucial role in the development of science and technology, often engaging in various collaborations with the private sector, public administration, and other research centers. In this context, university formalism is sometimes perceived as a barrier that hinders flexibility. However, in reality, it serves fundamental protective functions for both the university and …

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Who is a Patent Attorney and What Do They Do?

A patent attorney is a specialist in the field of intellectual property protection, responsible for representing individuals, companies, and institutions — such as universities — in matters concerning the protection of inventions, trademarks, utility models, industrial designs, and other intellectual property rights. Their work plays a key role in securing rights to innovations and supporting …

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Trademark Protection

A trademark is any sign used to designate goods or services, aiming to distinguish them from those of other businesses. It can take the form of a word, logo, image, slogan, product shape, color, or even a sound. A trademark serves an identification function, helping consumers easily recognize the origin of a given product or …

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„The Key to Safety and Quality” — Medical Device Certification

In today’s rapidly evolving medical landscape, the certification of medical devices plays a crucial role in ensuring product quality and safety. The relevant regulations on medical devices were introduced into Polish law by the Act of May 20, 2010, on Medical Devices, along with its implementing regulations. The process of obtaining medical device certification is …

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How to Properly Plan Patent Protection Costs for an Invention?

As the cost of patent protection is not low, and typically several patent applications may be made during the course of a given project, it is worth calculating and planning for these costs as early as the grant budget stage, when applying for funding. The cost of patent protection depends primarily on the geographical area …

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Four MUG Spin-Off Companies

The key unit driving innovation at the Medical University of Gdańsk (MUG) is the Technology Transfer Office (TTO). At TTO, novel scientific projects with commercialization potential are continuously reviewed. Researchers at GUMed receive comprehensive support in securing intellectual property rights, preparing technology offers, conducting market analyses, and developing commercialization strategies. The center also facilitates cooperation …

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Patent points in GUMed’s parametric evaluation

As you may know, a portion of the subsidy received by universities from the state budget is allocated to support the statutory research projects of academic units. The amount of funding awarded depends on the number of points earned in the parametric evaluation, making it crucial for units to understand the scoring system outlined by …

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