Launched only 3 months ago, The IP Net is the first f-r-e-e to all technology matching system. Already, more than 50 international universities are using IP Net to market their technologies to corporations, and more than 140 industry organizations including 80 large corporations and multinationals have registered to receive IP updates from the site. . The site is truly international, with more than 60 countries visiting the site to date. While BFW policies prohibit the promotion of commercial products or for profit companies, IP Net is a product of the University of Manchester, with input and philanthropic sponsorship from industry. No party is making income from the project.
The IP Net allows "anyone/anywhere" to market technology or to seek innovations. It is "two way" both for technology offers and technology requests. Technologies are added to the system directly by university users. Then, these technologies are simultaneously marketed and promoted to companies using a very simple and lean e-mail system. This e-mail technique makes it quick and easy for corporations to quickly filter large numbers of technology opportunities.
Conversely, technology needs that are added to the system by corporations are identified by e-mail to universities and other technology providers. There are no barriers to contact, no "middlemen" and either party may contact the other directly.
In 2010, IP Net will receive direct support from the UK Government. Additionally, it will launch an aggressive campaign to enlist universities internationally in 2010. IP Net is an international endeavor in all respects.
These services are offered to subscribers of the system. Subscription is simple and can be made at http://www.theintellectualproperty.net.
For inquiries regarding IP Net, please contact Mark Thompson at the University of Manchester at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Author: Terry Young
