Rutgers Intellectual Property Academy (RIPA)
Turn ideas into innovation and gain the skills to navigate patents, licensing, and commercialization.
Overview
Technology transfer (“tech transfer”) translates research into marketable solutions. While technology transfer is an essential component of a vibrant workforce, there are very few comprehensive programs designed to teach this skill to STEM professionals, including scientists and engineers.
To equip professionals with this skill, Professional Education at Rutgers University and Rutgers Technology Transfer are collaborating on teaching in the Rutgers Intellectual Property Academy (RIPA).

Offering specialized courses and experiential learning:
Specialized Courses
- Fundamentals of Intellectual Property
- Fundamentals of Technology Transfer
- Technology Transfer Marketing
- Compliance
- Start Ups
Experiential Learning
- Technology Evaluation Boot Camps
- Marketing
- Academic Tech Transfer Agreements
- Start Up Development