The Developer supplies, on his own or as a member of a team, the time and effort towards the development of Software. The University supplies the facilities and the type of research environment that fosters intellectual growth and creativity. The University considers that the Developer of Software and the University have a shared interest in the Software, even though it may constitute intellectual property which belongs to the University. The University desires to recognize and reward the efforts of the Developers and to foster the disclosure and commercialization of the Software as well as to share in the profits generated by its commercialization. This policy sets out the parameters for disclosure and commercialization of such Software.
Disclosure is seen as the first step towards commercialization.
This policy applies to Faculty, academic staff and to students at the University or affiliated institutions. 2.2 This policy, and procedure for implementing it, is an integral part of University regulations. Acceptance of this policy is a condition of employment by the University, registration as a student, or engagement as a visitor in any University program. This policy also applies to academic staff on sabbatical leaves unless the host organization has rules which preclude the application of this policy and other arrangements are agreed by the University. Generally, it shall not apply to works of art, but may cover means of access to or transformation of artistic works.