Industry's Process of Collaboration at the University of Maryland
When members of industry have an identified need to collaborate with researchers at the University of Maryland there are a number of resources available. Members of industry should feel free to contact the Office of Research Administration and Advancement throughout the process. ORAA can be reached at ORAA or 301-405-6269.
Identify Available Collaborators
- Research Centers
- Office of TechnologyCommercialization (OTC)
Explore Your Resources
- Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC)
- Maryland Technology Extension Services (MTES)
- One Stop Shop
- Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO)
Review Applicable Policies
- The policies of the University of Maryland and the University System of Maryland offer faculty members guidance in establishing collaborative relationships with industry. These policies protect the interest of all parties
- Intellectual Property
- Conflict of Interest and Conflict of Commitment
- Export Control
- Licensing
- Material Transfer
Develop and Submit Agreement
- ORAA has developed some sample agreements that may be used by industry interested in collaborating with UM faculty
- Material Transfer Agreements
- Non-disclosure Agreements
- Sponsored Research Agreements
