Intellectual Property Policy

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Intellectual Property Policy
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Policy Details
Policy number
NU-RES-2011.02
Policy category Research
Responsible department
Graduate Studies and Research Office
Provost and Vice-President, Academic
Approval authority Academic Senate
Original approval date
Next review date

Policy Summary

This policy establishes the principles governing the ownership, protection and commercialization of intellectual property created within the Nipissing University community. It supports the creation and dissemination of knowledge while safeguarding the rights, academic freedom and interests of students, faculty, staff and the University. 

In this policy, you will find: 

  • Introduction 
  • Definition of Intellectual Property 
  • Applicability
  • Definitions