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Invention Disclosure Form at Brigham Young University ID: 2019-033

A formal procedure to document and protect inventions developed with BYU resources.

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Technology Overview

This document is a comprehensive Invention Disclosure Form used by Brigham Young University to record inventions conceived or developed using university resources. It serves both as a legal and academic tool to detail the invention's purpose, advantages, technical specifics, prior art, and any public disclosures, ensuring the university's rights are protected and properly managed.


Key Advantages

  • Ensures a formal record of invention details and conception
  • Helps in establishing the university's legal rights to inventions
  • Facilitates the process of patenting and commercialization
  • Outlines clear guidelines for royalty distribution among inventors

Problems Addressed

  • Lack of formal documentation for inventions developed at academic institutions
  • Unclear assignment of invention rights between inventors and the university
  • Difficulties in patenting and commercializing academic inventions
  • Challenges in distributing royalties fairly among contributors


Additional Information

Technology ID: 2019-033
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025

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