Protecting your IP and helping you bring your research to the market.
Submit a Disclosure
Three forms available: Patentable Invention, Copyright, and Tangible Property.
Commercialization Path
From disclosure to licensing or startup -- and what OTTL does at each stage.
Why Disclose?
• Make a positive impact • Financial returns • Professional recognition
• Funding options • Support student research
How to Disclose at BC
Download the form
Choose the right form — Patentable Invention, Copyright, or Tangible Property.
Complete & Submit
Fill out the form and email it to jason.wen@bc.edu.
OTTL Reviews
Our team evaluates patentability, commercial potential, and compliance..
You Hear Back
We'll contact you with next steps — patent filing, marketing, or licensing.
Revenue Sharing
Administrative fee deducted from gross revenue
Net revenue distributed to named inventors
Remaining revenue supports BC research and education
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