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JNL Intellectual Property Policy

Overview

Intellectual property (IP) is extremely valuable in any academic enterprise and is really the core asset of the Group. IP encompasses, among other types: inventions and patents; research data, reports, and publications; educational materials; and computer software. In addition to the Notre Dame IP policy, it is useful to have some succinct guidelines that make sense for the Group.

Policy

Regarding IP, the guidelines below should be followed by each Member of the Group:

1. Be familiar with and make all reasonable efforts to adhere to the UND IP Policy). In most circumstances, with exceptions summarized in the formal policy, UND either owns or must be granted a no-cost or royalty-free license to use all IP created by faculty, staff, and students.
2. By default, include JNL as an Author (or "Creator") on any piece of IP that results from (a) discussions with JNL, (b) discussions with other Group personnel in the context of Group work, (c) use of lab or computer equipment provided by JNL and/or UND, or (d) funding support of any type obtained through or with assistance from JNL.
3. For exceptions to the default, obtain a written agreement with JNL, UND, and other necessary parties specifying some other arrangement.
4. To sign over rights to another individual or organization, first discuss the matter with JNL, and then seek permission from UND.
5. As soon as reasonably possible, notify JNL of valuable IP that should be disclosed to UND. (Form and Instructions)
6. JNL should be sent code, documents, and any IP generated by a Member (1) as the IP reaches mature stages; (2) when the IP is completed; and (3) when the Member leaves the Group and/or UND.

History

• Draft: JNL, June 2, 2006
• Update: JNL, with input from Michael Dickens, June 9, 2006