Spinout support guides

An overview of what to consider when establishing a spinout

The EI Spinout Support Guide

Our Spinout Support Guide gives you an overview of what to consider when establishing a new company, covering the basic planning and intellectual property considerations, through to company structure, governance and documentation.

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Spinout Support Guide (11.65 MB / PDF)

 

TenU's USIT Guides

The University of Edinburgh is a member of TenU and we have adopted the USIT guides as best practice. These comprehensive guides are designed to help you maximise the potential of your innovations, whether you're working with IP-intensive inventions, in sectors like life sciences and deep tech, or focused on software solutions.

 

The USIT Guide

The USIT Guide provides a detailed framework for understanding and managing the various aspects of university-based technology transfer. This guide is particularly focused on IP-intensive inventions, such as those in the life sciences and deep tech sectors. 

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USIT for Software

This guide covers everything from software licensing and intellectual property rights to the nuances of open-source software, ensuring you have the knowledge to navigate this dynamic field effectively.

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