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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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 …
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 …
Promoting technology at a medical university isn’t just about increasing the visibility of innovative solutions — it’s a crucial step in establishing partnerships with companies that can help commercialize research. The first step in building a technology promotion strategy is analyzing the potential of existing resources — the inventions. This assessment helps identify research projects …
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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Modern medicine is evolving rapidly, yet many promising research projects never reach commercialization. According to an OECD report, a significant portion of innovations remain within academia and fail to make it into clinical practice. One of the key reasons is a lack of commercialization expertise and effective collaboration with the business sector. In this context, …
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Research and development (R&D) cooperation between a company and a university opens doors to innovation, technological advancement, and building a competitive edge. However, the lack of formal arrangements before starting collaboration can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and even loss of rights to the project’s outcomes. Therefore, a well-structured agreement governing the relationship between parties should …
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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 …
In the world of science, protecting intellectual property and sensitive information is an integral part of the research process. In the case of doctoral dissertations, where innovative research results are often presented, a confidentiality clause can play a crucial role. This post will explain what a confidentiality clause is and outline the regulations concerning it …
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Life science clusters are organizations that bring together various entities, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical companies, as well as scientific and research institutions. The activities of clusters focus on a specific sector or industry, enabling them to share resources, knowledge, and infrastructure. The goals of clusters include supporting innovation, developing businesses, promoting scientific and business …