Browse through WARF technologies to get started. You can use the contact information at the bottom of the technology summary that you’re interested in or call 608-960-9850 to speak to a licensing…
What is a license agreement and what does it include?
A license agreement gives you the ability to use WARF’s rights under its intellectual property for a technology, in order to develop that technology for commercialization. WARF license agreements typically…
How much does it cost to license a WARF technology?
Because each emerging technology has a different market value, the exact cost dollar amount is negotiated with a licensing manager. In most cases, licensing a WARF technology involves three expenses:…
How do I know if a WARF technology is still available for licensing?
As you’re browsing the emerging technologies on our website, you’ll see contact information for each technology. Simply contact the licensing manager listed on the page you’re interested in. We sometimes still list…
Does WARF sell commercial products?
No, WARF licenses intellectual property that can then be developed into commercial products. If you would like to know if a particular WARF technology has been or is being developed…
How do WARF’s patenting and licensing processes differ from those of other technology transfer organizations?
WARF is structured in a customer-focused manner. That is, patenting and licensing activities are divided between intellectual property managers who work with UW-Madison inventors to patent their discoveries, and licensing…
It’s difficult for me to travel to Madison. How can I meet with WARF?
If travel to Madison is difficult for you, WARF’s licensing managers are happy to set up virtual options or even travel to your location for discussions and negotiations….
What if a WARF technology needs to be developed over a period of time?
WARF license agreements can provide for a technology development period. Before the license agreement is finalized, the licensee must submit a brief technology development plan. Then, they’ll share semi-annual development…
How are royalties calculated for licensing a WARF technology?
Royalties, paid when products using the technology are sold, may be calculated on a percentage-of-sales or fee-per-unit basis. WARF expects a minimum royalty each year after an agreed upon development…
My company would like to sponsor research on campus. How do we make this arrangement?
Industry-sponsored research at UW-Madison can be initiated through the UW’s Office for Business Engagement. A research agreement between the university and your company will establish the terms and scope of…