For Industry
Partner with NSU Research
Access cutting-edge research, world-class expertise, and emerging technologies from North South University's research community.
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Engagement Pathways
Five ways to collaborate with NSU's research community
Sponsored Research
Most CommonCommission NSU researchers to investigate specific technical challenges or R&D questions relevant to your business. You define the problem; our researchers design and execute the work.
- IP rights typically shared or assigned to sponsor
- Access to NSU labs and equipment
- Flexible project scoping and timelines
- Co-publication rights available
Technology Licensing
Revenue-sharingLicense a patented or patent-pending NSU technology for commercial use. Licensing can be exclusive, non-exclusive, or field-of-use exclusive depending on your market needs.
- Exclusive and non-exclusive options
- Milestone-based payment structures
- Sub-licensing rights negotiable
- Technical support from inventors
Faculty Consultancy
Expert adviceEngage NSU faculty as technical consultants on a time-limited basis. Ideal for due diligence, expert testimony, product review, or knowledge transfer.
- Targeted domain expertise
- Short-term, flexible engagements
- No overhead on routine consulting
- NDA protection standard
Joint Development
Co-innovationCo-develop new products or technologies with NSU researchers, combining your industry resources with NSU's research capabilities. IP ownership is negotiated based on contributions.
- Shared development costs
- Joint IP ownership by default
- Access to student talent pipeline
- Co-branding opportunities
Technology Scouting
Market intelligenceLet the TTO identify emerging technologies across NSU's research portfolio that match your innovation roadmap. Receive a curated technology brief with no upfront commitment.
- Curated technology portfolio briefing
- No upfront obligation
- Quarterly update service available
- Benchmarked against global IP landscape
The Process
How the Partnership Process Works
From initial inquiry to active collaboration in four steps
Submit Inquiry
Fill out the industry inquiry form. Tell us about your company and what you're looking for.
TTO Review
The TTO reviews your inquiry and matches it to relevant faculty, research groups, or available technologies.
Initial Meeting
We facilitate an introductory meeting between you and the relevant NSU researchers or TTO team.
Agreement
If there's a mutual fit, the TTO drafts the appropriate agreement (NDA, Sponsored Research, License, etc.).
Ready to Explore a Partnership?
Submit an inquiry and a TTO representative will respond within 3 business days.
Submit Industry Inquiry