Bayh-Dole History Collection

The Bayh-Dole Act, passed in 1980, has been a foundational piece of U.S. legislation that allows universities, small businesses, and non-profit organizations to retain ownership of inventions developed with federal funding.

A collection of Bayh-Dole-related documents curated by AUTM (the Association of University Technology Managers) includes resources such as policy guidelines, implementation strategies, and best practices for managing intellectual property (IP) resulting from federally funded research. These documents provide key insights into the act's impact on technology transfer, university-industry partnerships, and the commercialization of innovations.

AUTM’s role in promoting understanding and compliance with the Bayh-Dole Act is central to fostering a culture of innovation and ensuring that public investment in research leads to tangible benefits for society.

Learn more about AUTM and the Bayh-Dole Act: https://autm.net/about-tech-transfer/advocacy/legislation/bayh-dole-act