Comprehensive support for innovations, entrepreneurs and industry partners — from IP protection to commercialisation.
Establishing Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISC) in Sri Lanka is a joint project of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the National Intellectual Property Office (NIPO) of Sri Lanka.
The TISC of Uva Wellassa University provides easy access to high-quality technology information and related services to university staff, students, and local inventors.
The TISC bridges local inventors and global IP knowledge, supporting patent searches, technology assessments, and innovation guidance under the WIPO–NIPO framework.
The UBL Cell identifies the best commercialisation route — through exploitation, assignment or licensing — providing the highest value to both inventor and commercialising party.
Produce and market the invention yourself or collaboratively. Retain full control and benefit directly from commercial success.
Transfer patent rights to another party for legal consideration. Options: forced (employer-owned) or voluntary (sell the right).
Give limited rights to an external party. Earn lump sums plus royalties (0.5%–5% of profit). No need to manage sales directly.
Success: First non-exclusive licence signed with Thanuki Products for "Gluten-free Finger Food for Toddlers" (Patent LK/P/2096). 20-year agreement with quarterly royalties to UWU.
Collaborative scientific research in a variety of fields through the application of scientific knowledge — based on client requirements and available resources.
Highly experienced and qualified specialists from multidisciplinary fields to handle projects of any scale. A talented student base and trained technical staff also contribute.
Full IP lifecycle support — from initial invention disclosure through protection filing to commercialisation strategy.
Drafting and filing patent applications with NIPO Sri Lanka. Support for product and process patents, examination guidance and international filing.
Applying for copyright protection for literary, artistic and scientific works — academic publications, software and creative content.
Registering trademarks and service marks to protect brands, logos and product identifiers — supporting commercialisation and brand development.
Filing industrial design protection for the aesthetic aspects of products — shapes, patterns and ornamental features of goods.
From funding connections to market research — UBL Cell supports entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey.
Connecting entrepreneurs with government grants, private investors and development finance institutions.
Regular workshops, webinars and training sessions to build entrepreneurial knowledge and business skills.
Expert consultants across multidisciplinary fields for strategic business guidance and problem-solving.
Step-by-step guidance on trade licences, name registrations, company structures and required permits.
Primary and secondary market research to validate business concepts and identify target markets.
Connecting with start-up incubators, accelerators and seed funding sources for initial growth.
