Uncle Sam Auctions Off Cool Inventions to Eager Companies
Published Date: 7/2/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Government owns a cool new invention that's ready for companies to license and turn into real products fast. This opportunity is open to businesses interested in bringing federally funded research to life, with some inventions even protected internationally to boost market reach. Act now to grab a license and start making money from these smart ideas!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Government Invention Available to License
If you are a business interested in commercializing federally funded research, the U.S. Government owns an invention that is available for licensing so companies can bring the technology to market quickly. The notice says the invention is owned by a U.S. Government agency and is being offered to achieve expeditious commercialization of federally funded R&D.
Foreign Patents Extend Licensing Reach
Foreign patent applications have been filed for selected inventions to extend market coverage, and those internationally protected inventions may also be available for licensing. This can help licensees pursue markets outside the United States for selected government-owned technologies.
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