Summers replied that ten years ago, his experience was that promotion was based on research only, but now it is based on both teaching and research. Senator Bivins asked what Dr. Summers would recommend be done with indirect costs. The funds could be used as incentives. Senator West asked whether patents from research are owned by the university or by the funding entity. Dr. Summers replied that federal entities generally give the patent to the institution.
Different rules apply to private entities.
Royalty income is shared. There was no public testimony. Senator Bivins suggested that members should note their objections so that future discussions may be more focused. Without objection, it was so ordered.