OTC History

Since 1999, UVM OTC has enabled new and existing companies to commercialize profitable new technologies that benefit society and the environment.

The Office of Technology Commercialization understands that successful collaboration is based on the merging of cultural and intellectual objectives, as well as reasonable economic expectations.

Timely response to licensing activity is a core competency that has been developed over time and is a constant focus of our improvement efforts. Our unique networking situation enables us to combine technologies from a variety of sources. This allows the technologies to reach critical mass and increases the probability that each will achieve its full potential.

In recent years, the University of Vermont has seen a dramatic increase in its intellectual property and technology transfer activity. Out of 93 patent issued, 33 were issued in the last 5 years. Thirty-five companies have licensed patents from UVM and are commercializing the technologies, including 9 new Vermont companies.