George Mason University's Office of Technology Transfer serves as the link between Mason researchers and industry leaders to bring state-of-the-art technology to fruition.
The OTT assesses innovations submitted by researchers affiliated with George Mason and identifies emerging trends to deliver ready-to-market inventions to industry partners with a focus on public benefit.
How OTT works for Inventors
George Mason University researchers must promptly submit a disclosure when they develop an invention, software code, tangible property or copyright (non-software material) in compliance with obligations under federal funding and other university sponsor agreements.
Contact Us
Office of Technology Transfer
D201 James Buchanan Hall
4379 Mason Pond Drive
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Email: ott@gmu.edu
Phone: 703-993-8933
You Need to Know:
For innovators and licensees alike, it’s important to understand the patent and licensing process, and the policies and standards that apply.
- George Mason University Intellectual Property (IP) Policy
- When to disclose an innovation
- Technology licensing process