Intellectual Property

Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the human mind that benefit from the legal protection of a property right. The main legal mechanisms for protecting IP are patents, trademarks and copyrights, covering a variety of creations, from literary and artistic works, symbols, names and images, to inventions and trade secrets.

In the University context, IP can be considered as the outcome of research projects, collaborations and other activities.

NOVA recently revised its Intellectual Property Policy that can be consulted here. For information on how NOVA’s IP Policy daily operates and clarification of procedures and responsibilities associated with the management of IP at the University, please consult the Innovator’s Guide.