Our Mission
The Technology Transfer and Innovation Office (TTIO) at Bowie State University is dedicated to facilitating the transfer of university research into products and services that benefit society. We protect and manage intellectual property, foster innovation, and create opportunities for commercialization of research discoveries.
Our Services
Comprehensive support for innovation and technology commercialization
We assist faculty and researchers in protecting their intellectual property through patents, copyrights, and trademarks. Our team guides you through the entire IP protection process.
We help transform research discoveries into marketable products and services through licensing, startup formation, and industry partnerships.
Submit your invention disclosures through our streamlined process. We evaluate all disclosures for commercial potential and IP protection strategies.
We facilitate partnerships between university researchers and industry partners to accelerate innovation and create real-world impact.
We negotiate and manage licensing agreements for university technologies, ensuring fair terms and maximizing benefits for all parties.
Access training, workshops, and consulting services to help develop your innovations and navigate the commercialization process.
Key Focus Areas
Supporting innovation across multiple domains
Technology Transfer Process
From invention to commercialization in five steps
Invention Disclosure
Submit your innovation through our disclosure form
Evaluation
TTIO reviews commercial potential and IP strategy
IP Protection
File patents or other IP protection as appropriate
Marketing
Identify and engage potential licensees or partners
Commercialization
License technology or launch startup company
Ready to Get Started?
Contact the Technology Transfer and Innovation Office to learn how we can help protect and commercialize your innovations
Office Location
Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
Bowie State University
14000 Jericho Park Road
Bowie, MD 20715
Contact Information
Phone: (301) 860-3500
Email: researchandsponsored@bowiestate.edu
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
(By appointment preferred)