Technology Transfer Resources

WiSys Technology Foundation, Inc.

WiSys Technology Foundation, Inc., established in June 2000, promotes, encourages, and aids scientific research throughout the University of Wisconsin System. In achieving this goal, WiSys' primary activities include attracting innovative ideas (disclosures), managing patents, and licensing to generate income to support future research. WiSys' primary mission is to manage the intellectual property of the University of Wisconsin System.

Computer Software Ownership

UW System policy (GAPP 10) on computer software ownership. Provides information detailing who owns computer created software, graphics, etc.

Patent Policy

UW System policy (GAPP 34) on patents policies determining who owns rights to a patent.

Copyrightable Instruction Materials Ownership, Use and Control

UW System policy (GAPP 27)

Copyright Information

Library of Congress provides information on copyright law and regulations. The site details information on how to copyright information and items.

Copyright Guide for Faculty

The Association of Research Library (ARL), together with attorney and copyright authority Peggy Hoon, has published Know Your Copy Rights - What You Can Do, a brochure for faculty in higher education. The brochure offers an easy-to-understand overview of when and how faculty can legally use intellectual property in their teaching, including those instances where they won't have to request permission or pay fees.