How to License University Technology for Startup Commercialization

Illustration of a bridge connecting a university building icon on the left and a storefront icon on the right, symbolizing the licensing process that moves research into the marketplace.

Feedback builds deal flow. Licensing builds startups. Founders can strengthen their relationships with tech transfer offices by providing useful feedback when passing on opportunities, and by following a clear playbook when they decide to license a university technology for commercialization.