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Offices

Intellectual Property Unit

Objectives

• Secure the rights of existing technologies, plant varieties, and other works developed by the University, its stakeholders, makers, and other innovative clienteles;
• Provide learning opportunities through trainings and workshops on intellectual property and technology business management; and
• Influence and encourage technology generators and other makers in further developing community-oriented innovations and relevant creations through comprehensive IP information dissemination

IP Applications

For the full list of registered IPs, click here

Revised PSAU IP Policy

PSAU is slowly creating a niche to become the regional research center for the development of relevant market-oriented technologies for agro-industrialization and sustainable development. As it hopes to become an active partner of research centers and organization in the implementation of thematic researches of regional, national and international relevance, it is imperative that an intellectual property policy is created.

Read the Revised PSAU IP Policy here

FAQs

Q: What do I have to submit for a patent or UM application?

A: All applicants shall submit 1) an accomplished IP-TBMO Invention Disclosure Form (Hard copy or Google form), 2) supporting documents (project documents or thesis copy), 3) photos of the technology being applied, and 4) prior art search report.

Q: Would it be fine if I just apply my design for copyright?

A: It is important to note that IP rights have specific scope of protection, and they may not be used as substitute of the others. If you would apply for copyright, you would only seek protection over the actual drawing of the design, but not the design (and its features) itself.

Q: Is copyright registration required before I acquire my rights over my creative work?

A: As a rule of thumb, your work is granted automatic protection upon its creation; however, we encourage registration so that we could maximize your rights management and enforcement.

Q: Is copyright notice required upon submission?

A: Yes! A copyright notice should be present so that it would be known that the copyright of your work is owned by you and/or the University. It may be written in the form “PHILIPPINE COPYRIGHT (YEAR) © BY (University), (Author’s name), and/or (Other copyright owners)”

Q: I am a PSAU stakeholder. What do I need to pay for the application of my work/invention?

A: Since it is in our mandate, we currently provide technical and financial assistance for PSAU stakeholders’ end-to-end application/registration process.

Q: I am not a PSAU stakeholder. What do I need to pay for the application of my work/invention?

A: We would be happy to assist you in applying, but filing/application fees are not covered in our services. We also have assistance fees in accomplishing your application forms, prior art search reports, claim drafts, and other documentary requirements.

Technology Licensing Unit

Objectives

• Enable and accelerate the transfer and commercialization of university-generated, agri-based technologies;
• Increase the technology and investment readiness level of PSAU-generated technologies and products;
• Assist technology makers and generators in making their technologies market-ready and competitive; and
• Ensure equitable licensing and transfer agreements with respect to both the University and the stakeholders

Services

• Technology Readiness Level
• Investment Readiness Level
• Negotiation for Licensing
• Technology Transfer Agreements

SIBUL TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS INCUBATOR

Objectives

• Build an ecosystem in the agri-aquabusiness industry where innovation thrives;
• Strengthen private-public relationship to help technology-based agri-enterprises reach and expand their market;
• Capacitate the clients with the tools, knowledge, and necessary skillset through the incubation program to launch and grow their enterprises; and
• Promote job and profit generation through enterprise creation and development

Services

• Institutional Support

(Use of in-campus facilities, access to laboratory and processing facilities, shared office space, training and conference areas)

• Technology Support and Assistance

(Product creation and/or development, food processing and development, technology-specific training-workshops, intellectual property application, and technology licensing)

• Business Management Services (individual and cohort sessions)

(Business plan preparation, business model development, business registration, management consultancy, marketing support, financial and human resource management trainings)

• Networking Opportunities

(Business industry matching, access to investment opportunities, registration to local industry groups, access to funding support, and pitching)

PSAU Technology Transfer Protocol

The University likewise acknowledges that the successful transfer of government-funded R&D results depends on the proper management of IP, development of manpower capacity be competitive, and strong interaction and cooperation with the private sector, particularly small and medium enterprises through collaborative and contract research based on equitable, fair access, and mutual benefit for all involved partners; thus, the creation of the university’s technology transfer protocol.

Read the Technology Transfer Protocol in full here

FAQs

Q: How can I apply for the incubation program?

A: An applicant shall submit a letter of intent addressed to the University President, curriculum vitae, and project idea brief. He/she shall also fill out the TBI application form found in the downloadable forms. Once these are accomplished, he/she shall wait for the team to be in touch with him/her for an interview.

Q: Who can apply in the incubation program?

A: Individuals who are engaged in agribusiness or who are interested to adopt an agri-technology are encouraged to apply. Also, farmer/fisherfolk associations are also prioritized in order to instill the entrepreneurial mindset of the agri-aqua sectors.

Q: How long does it take to finish the incubation program?

A: All incubatees are required to attend and complete the business development mentorship series provided by the Sibul TBI. However, we also believe that each incubatee’s journey is unique, so our team prepares incubation plan in order to address the specific needs of our incubatees.

Q: How much are the charges for the incubation services?

A: University charges shall apply for the provision of incubation services.