IP Support

IP & patent support
for researchers and inventors of Obuda University

Protecting research results and transforming ideas into impact. The Innovation Office supports university researchers, lecturers, and PhD students in identifying, protecting, and commercializing intellectual property (IP) generated at Obuda University. Our goal is to ensure that every valuable idea — from laboratory findings to prototype development — receives proper legal protection and finds its way to the market.

How we support you:

Invention disclosure and evaluation
Guidance on how to report new inventions and assess novelty and market potential.

Patent search and prior art analysis
Assistance in using professional databases and understanding patentability criteria.

Filing and protection strategy
Support in selecting protection routes (Hungarian, European, or international), preparing documentation, and coordinating with patent attorneys.

Licensing and commercialization
Helping researchers connect with industry partners, investors, and spin-off pathways.

Training and mentoring
Access to professional EPO-accredited courses and mentoring on IP strategy.

Recommended EPO course: Create – Protect – Innovate
Developed by the European Patent Office (EPO), this modular online programme provides a comprehensive introduction to patents and IP strategy. More info››