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Filling out the Invention Disclosure Form is an essential step toward protecting and commercializing your intellectual property at Tennessee Tech University. This guide will help you navigate each section of the form efficiently and effectively.

Follow the steps to complete the form successfully.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Invention Disclosure Form and open it in your document viewer.
2. Fill out the inventor identification section, ensuring to describe each inventor's name, position, contact details, and citizenship appropriately. If there are multiple inventors, attach additional sheets as needed.
3. Provide a descriptive title for your invention in the designated field.
4. In the background of invention section, identify the field your invention pertains to. Include references to any prior work that supports your invention, mentioning relevant patent numbers or journal articles. Clearly explain how your invention improves upon any deficiencies found in prior work.
5. Detail your invention in the description section. Use clear and straightforward language, and feel free to include diagrams or drawings to illustrate your points. Make sure to sign, date, and have your contributions witnessed appropriately.
6. Assess the potential impact of your invention, focusing on its market capabilities and any projected outcomes from its development.
7. Discuss the market conditions relevant to your invention. Identify the needs fulfilled, potential processes or products that could arise, and target customers or users.
8. List any commercial firms, especially those based in Tennessee, that might have an interest in your invention. Include contact information where possible.
9. Identify obstacles you foresee that may hinder the commercial adoption of your invention.
10. State the current status of your invention, including whether a working model or prototype exists.
11. Outline any planned further developments for your invention and whether these depend on commercial sponsorship.
12. Provide information on known companies or alliances that may offer additional funding opportunities, including their contact details.
13. Disclose your commitment to moving the invention toward commercialization.
14. Estimate the funding and time required to advance the invention and include any necessary scheduling information.
15. Identify additional steps necessary for commercialization, such as required government approvals.
16. If applicable, specify whether any information relating to your invention has been published, indicating the publication details.
17. Document any presentations made about your invention at meetings or conferences, providing relevant details of the presentation.
18. Indicate the conditions under which the invention was developed, detailing any support received or projects related to the work.
19. Have the necessary reviewers and chairs sign the form, affirming the information provided is accurate and complete.
20. Once all sections are complete, save your changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

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