However, TTP tries to recover such costs from research sponsors or licensees. Under current U. S. law, not all computer software may be patentable. Direct legal expenses related to the invention are deducted from gross revenue prior to distribution of the net income. If the inventor donates any portion of the proceeds to use in his or her research, TTP will add an equal amount into that University research account from its portion of the royalty income. All such funds shall be used for non-recurring research expenses.
Income then remaining is the net income, which is distributed as follows.
Should the inventor leave the University, this amount remains with the Technology Transfer Program. In no instance will this amount be transferred to an account of the inventor's designee. Without this agreement, the individual or company to whom the information is disclosed is free to use and transmit this information to others. It is important to contact TTP before disclosing any confidential information to another party. It is important to contact TTP prior to receiving or sending out any research materials.