For Researchers

Submit an Invention
Have an invention to submit to us? See this page for our online invention disclosure portal and guidance on when to submit.

OTL's Process
Read more information about the key steps of the disclosure and licensing process and the role of the inventor along the way.

HIT Fund
Information about OTL's High Impact Technology (HIT) Fund.

Funding Opportunities
Information about external funding opportunities from industry or non-profits.

Inventor Resources and Forms
Find helpful resources and forms for Stanford inventors, including an overview of OTL's process, inventor forms and template agreements, and intellectual property basics and policies.

Frequently Asked Questions for Inventors
Can't find what you're looking for? Check out this comprehensive list of answers to a variety of common questions about OTL and the licensing process aimed at inventors.

Stanford Startups
Are you an entrepreneurial Stanford student or faculty member interested in forming a startup company based on a Stanford invention? Click below for helpful resources, best practices, frequently asked questions, and more.