List of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

This window introduces various specialists for the commercialization of research results based on the research results at universities. More specifically, we can introduce you to (1) legal specialists in IP strategy, patent application, IP management, etc., (2) networks for domestic and international licensing out and global expansion, and (3) universities and research institutions with support systems, facilities, and various programs related to startups.
Naturally, it depends on what you have in mind and its progress, so please let us know the details first.

There are many different types of start-up support facilities, not only in the private and public sectors, but also in different regions. It is difficult to give a uniform definition of the differences.
This office is the university collaboration office of “NINEJP,” a network of nine nationwide platforms commissioned by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) to “nurture university startups that will change the world. If you ask us about the details of your research results, we will be able to introduce you to the relevant support organizations and programs that are available to you.

In general, when commercializing the results of research conducted at a university, utilizing a support facility attached to the same university may have various advantages, such as streamlining the entry and selection process and providing smooth support after the project is adopted. In addition, if non-academics are able to use a support facility attached to a university, they may also benefit from the infrastructure of the university. Therefore, you need to choose the facility that best suits your research results and intellectual property.

The level of support for global expansion will vary depending on the nature and extent of the consultation, the expected partner country, the scale of revenues, etc., as well as the availability of consultation services.
We would like to confirm if there is a facility that can provide such support after hearing the facts such as what kind of research results you have and how they have been patented, as well as your vision of what kind of business you would like to conduct by utilizing the intellectual property.

This window introduces various specialists for the commercialization of research results based on the research results at universities.
More specifically, we can introduce you to (1) legal specialists in IP strategy, patent application, IP management, etc., (2) networks for domestic and international licensing out and global expansion, and (3) universities and research institutions with support systems, facilities, and various programs related to startups. Naturally, it depends on what you have in mind and its progress, so please let us know the details first.

You mentioned your research results at a university. Have you talked to the contact person at your current university or research institute? If not, we will check and connect you with the contact person at your university or research institution. If you have already spoken with the contact person at your university or research institute, please let us know the details of the meeting, as regulations differ from university to university or research institute, and what we can do for you depends on the progress and results of the meeting with the university or research institute.

You mentioned your research results at a university. Have you talked to the contact person at your current university or research institute? If not, we will check and connect you with the contact person at your university or research institution. If you have already spoken with the contact person at your university or research institute, please let us know the details of the meeting, as regulations differ from university to university or research institute, and what we can do for you depends on the progress and results of the meeting with the university or research institute.

You mentioned that your research results were obtained at a university, but have you spoken with the contact person at your current university or research institute? Since each university or research institute has its own rules and regulations regarding the handling of research results, we suggest that you first talk with the university side. If you are able to provide us with more information, our office will be able to check the details and connect you with the person in charge at your university.

Since each start-up support facility has its own criteria for use and selection, it is difficult to make a general statement. We would like to confirm whether there is a facility that can support you after asking what kind of research results you have, whether they have been patented, and what kind of business you would like to conduct using the intellectual property, and what kind of vision you have. Please inquire directly with each facility regarding their criteria for use and selection standards.

The level of support for global expansion will vary depending on the nature and extent of your consultation, the countries you are interested in, the scale of your revenue, and whether or not you are in a position to provide consultation. We would like to confirm whether there is a facility that can handle your request after hearing your vision of what kind of research results you have, whether they have been patented, and what kind of business you would like to conduct using the intellectual property.