Office of Technology Commercialization

The Foundation

The University of Texas at Dallas , a pioneering school known for its innovation, is housed in the heart of the Texas Telecom Corridor. In 2008, UT Dallas established the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC). A venture-experienced team and a customer oriented philosophy were put in place, enabling commercially viable inventions to move more effectively from the lab to the market.

The Focus

We exist to commercialize UT Dallas Technology and impact both local and regional economic development.

The fostering of an industry-friendly mind set and a determined focus on a "getting to yes" attitude are designed to create a winning relationship with the OTC.

With this goal in mind, the OTC has streamlined the invention disclosure and evaluation process; created a seamless collaboration with UT Dallas's Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and has expanded its focus on creating and incubating UT Dallas-affiliated Startups.

The Philosophy

One of our primary objectives is to establish long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our inventors, industry partners and investors.

We do this by:

  • Educating, advising and assisting inventors.
  • Evaluating the commercial potential of UT Dallas inventions.
  • Protecting intellectual property.
  • Pro actively facilitating the creation of UT Dallas spin-off companies.
  • Assisting in the licensing of commercially viable technologies.
  • Communicating commercialization opportunities to investors and industry.

 

Dr. Daniel speaks about invention, creativity and entrepreneurship at the Inventor Recognition Luncheon on November 3, 2011.

 

Updated: April 17, 2012