Report an Invention in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1: Complete an invention disclosure form
Download the Invention Disclosure Form (IDF) and complete it by hand (please print); alternatively, open the form, fill-in the appropriate information, and print the completed document. Be sure to attach a detailed description or manuscript fully describing the invention to the IDF.
Step 2: Obtain signatures from all the inventors
All inventors named on the form must sign the completed IDF.
Step 3: Send the invention discloure form to OTD
Submit the completed and signed IDF to OTD by dropping-off the form at OTD, sending it via campus mail, or by U.S. mail.
Mailing Address:
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Office of Technology Development
bwtech@UMBC
5523 Research Park Drive, Suite 310
Baltimore, Maryland 21228
You may also email your IDF to dianem@umbc.edu, or wmartin@umbc.edu.