Supporting University Spinouts: How ip21 helps drive growth and innovation

The Financial Times recently published an insightful article on the potential from Oxford and Cambridge spinouts to drive significant economic growth within the UK. This article piqued our interest and got us thinking about the role that ip21 plays in helping university spinouts navigate the complex world of intellectual property (IP) protection.

At ip21, we are passionate about supporting the innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs behind these spinout companies. We’ve witnessed first-hand how critical it is for university-led start-ups to protect their intellectual assets in order to grow and succeed.

Spinouts are often born from cutting-edge research and have the potential to contribute to groundbreaking advancements, as well as tremendous economic impact. However, navigating the legal complexities of commercialisation can be daunting. From protecting valuable ideas and technologies to ensuring the right legal frameworks are in place, these early-stage companies face numerous challenges that can impede their growth in the long term.

That’s where our expertise comes in.  At ip21, we provide tailored IP services that specifically address the needs of university spinouts in the key technology sectors. Whether it’s drafting and prosecuting patent applications, freedom to operate searches, securing trade mark protection, managing patent portfolios, or offering strategic advice, our team is committed to helping these companies safeguard their innovations in order to build a strong commercial foundation.

We’ve had the privilege of working with several university spinout companies, contributing to their growth by providing the support and protection they need at crucial stages of development. By helping them secure their IP, we ensure that they can focus on what truly matters—driving innovation and creating real-world impact.

If you’re involved with, or advising, any start-up businesses—especially those in the university sector—don’t hesitate to reach out. At ip21, we understand the unique challenges these companies face, and we’re here to help them protect the ideas that will drive the future of innovation and growth.