Thesis & Dissertation Mining

Protecting graduate and undergraduate student intellectual property while accelerating the translation of academic research into market-ready assets.

General Guidelines & Purpose

Technology assessment through Thesis and Dissertation Mining identifies high-potential scientific breakthroughs in academic research, ensuring that student and faculty intellectual property is protected before public presentation, publication, or thesis archiving.

Submission Requirements

Published Research Paper / Draft Manuscript: Full text of the thesis or dissertation.
Executive Abstract: 300-word summary highlighting the problem solved, methodology, and results.
CS Innovation Form for Theses and Dissertations: Detailing inventorship shares between student and thesis adviser.
Invention Disclosure Form (IDF): Formal declaration for patent or copyright evaluation.
Consent Form: Signed authorization from student researcher and faculty adviser.

Key Benefits for Student Researchers

Patent Filing Support

Institutional assistance in preparing patent claims and coverage of official filing fees through university IP funds.

Inventor Attribution

Formal legal recognition as an inventor or author under the UP Intellectual Property Policy, ensuring royalty and equity sharing.

CS Innovation Award Eligibility

Mined theses are automatically evaluated for the annual CS Innovation Award and associated prototype scaling grants.

Have an Upcoming Thesis Defense with Commercial Potential?

Notify the CS Innovation Committee prior to public defense to ensure appropriate non-disclosure or embargo protocols if patenting is recommended.

Consult with the Committee →