JoTTO - Joint Technology Transfer Office

JoTTO is the Technology Transfer Office that brings together Italy's 6 schools of Advanced Studies (Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna (SSSA), Scuola Normale Superiore (SNS), Scuola IMT Alti Studi Lucca (IMT), Scuola Universitaria Superiore IUSS Pavia (IUSS), Scuola Internazionale di Studi Avanzati (SISSA), and Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)). Its primary aim is to transforms scientific discoveries into tangible value and drive economic growth, connecting researchers with commercial opportunities while helping companies access innovative technologies.

The office provides comprehensive support for intellectual property protection, while also facilitating strategic partnerships, technology licensing, and innovation consulting for companies. This is achieved through a unified strategy that coordinates intellectual property management, disseminates research results, strengthens industry partnerships, and supports the identification of commercial applications.

For Researchers and Students: JoTTO offers intellectual property protection services covering patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and know-how. It also supports the creation of spin-off companies by guiding entrepreneurial idea development and university accreditation procedures.

For Companies and Public/Private Organizations: The office facilitates collaborations between enterprises and research activities through joint research projects, shared laboratories, patent licensing, and specialized doctoral and master's programs. JoTTO also provides consultation on technology transfer, research valorization, and "Third Mission" activities through personalized support and targeted events.

Furthermore, JoTTO organizes specialized educational initiatives focusing on intellectual property and entrepreneurship. Through seminars, workshops, and specialized training sessions, the office ensures the academic and administrative communities are well-informed about best practices in technology transfer and commercialization.