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IP AWARENESS

PATENT FILING IP STRATEGY TECH TRANSFER

Gain practical insights into innovation protection and
IP-driven business growth

iTNT Hub, through the Tamil Nadu Technology Transfer Facilitation Centre (TNTTFC), is organising a series of sessions to help startups, researchers, and innovators understand, protect, and leverage their intellectual assets.

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Expert-Led Sessions

Conducted in collaboration with IP professionals, industry experts, and academic institutions.

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One-on-One IP Clinics

Personalised consultations to address specific IP needs of startups and innovators.

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Hybrid Delivery

Accessible in both physical and virtual formats, reaching innovators across Tamil Nadu.

What You Will Learn

Niche programs covering the full lifecycle of intellectual property, from identifying and protecting your innovation
to commercialising and building IP-backed ventures.

01 - Patent Filing &
Prior Art Search

Learn how to file patents in India and internationally, conduct prior art searches, and understand patentability criteria for your innovation.

02 - Trademark &
Copyright Protection

Understand how to register trademarks, protect brand identity, and secure copyright for original creative and software works.

03 - IP facilitation Strategies
for Startups

Develop a tailored IP strategy that aligns with your business goals, competitive positioning, and funding journey.

04 - Technology Transfer &
Commercialisation

Navigate technology licensing, know-how transfer, spin-offs, and pathways to commercialise innovations from research institutions.

05 - IP Valuation & Licensing

Learn methods to value your IP portfolio, structure licensing agreements, and leverage IP as a financial and strategic asset.

06 - Innovation Readiness &
TRL Assessment

Assess your Technology Readiness Level (TRL), identify commercialisation gaps, and chart a roadmap from lab to market.

07 - Building IP-Backed Ventures & Sustainable Businesses

Explore how to build defensible, investor-ready businesses using IP as a core pillar of growth and competitive advantage.

Who Can Attend

Designed for Tamil Nadu's Entire Innovation Ecosystem
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Startups

Early-stage to growth-stage ventures building IP-backed products.
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Students

Undergraduates and postgraduates with innovative projects and ideas.
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Researchers

Faculty and R&D professionals in academia and research institutions.
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Innovators

Independent inventors and innovators at any stage of their journey.
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MSMEs

Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises seeking to protect their processes and products.
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Entrepreneurs

Business founders aiming to scale with a strong IP foundation.

Get Notify for Upcoming Programs

Register Now

Discover Your Nearest
IP Support Hub

Contact Us: tnttfc[at]tnthub[dot]org

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Chennai
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Trichy
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Madurai
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Coimbatore

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