PowerPatent Launches AI-Driven Solution for University Patent Portfolio Management
PowerPatent introduces its University Technology Transfer Management (UTTM) software suite, a practical toolset for university technology transfer offices (TTOs) to manage patent portfolios, identify licensing opportunities, and improve intellectual property commercialization.
"The UATM software has transformed how we manage our patent portfolio. The AI-driven insights have already helped us identify overlooked licensing opportunities. It's a game-changer for licensors.” — Jaime Gilchrist, CEO DataFair
Key Features of the UATM Suite
- AI-Powered Portfolio Analysis and Valuation
Categorizes patents by technology, market potential, and commercial viability. It highlights high-value IP assets and emerging trends within portfolios. - Automated Licensing Prospect Identification
Uses algorithms to match patents with potential licensees or partners by analyzing market data and industry trends to produce ranked prospects. - Comprehensive IP Lifecycle Management
Streamlines invention disclosure, patent application, prosecution, and automates renewal and maintenance tracking. - Marketing and Outreach Automation
Creates customized marketing materials and manages automated email campaigns targeting potential licensees. - Data Visualization and Reporting
Offers dashboards for technology landscape analysis, KPI tracking, and stakeholder reporting. - Collaboration and Integration Features
Provides a cloud-based platform for seamless communication and integrates with existing university systems including government reporting tools like iEdison.
PowerPatent’s UTTM software generates a patent family canvas combining patent trees with market and technology insights. This visual tool highlights key features, applications across industries, and market trends. It also maps the competitive landscape, allowing TTOs to quickly link patent capabilities with industry needs. The canvas outlines commercial advantages such as cost savings and new market opportunities, helping teams communicate value clearly during licensing discussions.
Cephas Doc, PowerPatent Customer Lead, stated: "Our UTTM suite empowers TTOs to maximize the value of their intellectual property and accelerate the commercialization of groundbreaking research."
Direct Conversion from Research to Patent Application
PowerPatent offers a streamlined process to convert scientific publications into patent applications, making patent drafting manageable even for non-experts.
- Seamless Upload and Analysis
Upload PDFs of scientific papers. AI extracts key elements such as figures, tables, and text, ensuring accuracy and saving time. - Automated Claim Generation
AI drafts preliminary claims that capture novelty and inventive steps, providing a strong foundation for further refinement. - Figure Extraction and Annotation
Extracts figures for annotation with parts lists, clarifying invention features for patent examiners. - Structured Patent Application Drafting
Organizes content into patent-compliant formats including background, summary, detailed description, claims, and drawings. - Inventor Review and Collaboration
Enables real-time collaboration among inventors, TTO staff, and counsel via a cloud platform for efficient review and editing.
Converting research publications into patent applications is essential for TTOs seeking to maximize the commercial impact of academic discoveries. This process requires selecting research with patent potential, conducting prior art searches, crafting strong claims, and collaborating closely with researchers. PowerPatent's tools simplify these steps and help universities protect innovations while preparing for international filings that open global markets.
Why Convert Publications to Patent Applications?
- Protect Novelty and Meet First-To-File Requirements
Filing patents before public disclosure preserves novelty, preventing prior art from invalidating applications. - Use Provisional Applications Strategically
Provisional filings establish early priority dates cost-effectively, allowing time to refine inventions and assess commercial potential. - Manage Costs Efficiently
Transitioning publications into provisional applications defers significant expenses until commercial viability is clearer. - Enhance Commercialization Potential
Early patent protection increases appeal to licensees and investors, supporting licensing deals and startup opportunities. - Collaborate Effectively with Researchers
Close communication ensures complex academic research is translated into patent-ready formats, supported by PowerPatent’s collaboration features.
For more information or to schedule a demo of the UTTM suite, visit www.powerpatent.com/uttm.
About PowerPatent
PowerPatent provides AI-powered patent drafting and management solutions. Their tools assist inventors, attorneys, and organizations in streamlining intellectual property processes and increasing IP value.
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