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Creating a Company at KU

The increased awareness of the development of intellectual properties at University of Kansas has motivated a number of KU employees to begin thinking about starting a business, perhaps one based on an intellectual property created in their laboratory. University of Kansas Center for Research (KUCR) does have procedures in place that will allow a KU employee to start a company and avoid conflicts of interests that could impact a professional career.

Policies and Guidelines

It is the responsibility of the employee to ascertain that all appropriate university policies and steps are being followed. The employee should consult with his/her supervisor and other appropriate individuals within the university before establishing a company. Forms & Policies provides links to KU regulations.

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