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| WARF is the designated patent management organization of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Photo courtesy of University Communications. |
WARF is the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, an independent, non-profit foundation chartered to support research at the UW-Madison and the designated technology transfer organization for the university. WARF is a separate entity from the university but partners closely with it.
Where is WARF located and how do I get there?
Directions to WARF and our street address are provided in the About Us section of this Web site.
Does WARF provide patenting services for people not connected to the UW-Madison?
WARF can only provide services to faculty, staff or students of the UW-Madison.
Do you provide patenting and licensing services to the UW System?
WARF has created WiSys as a non-profit subsidiary to provide technology transfer services to all the campuses of the UW system. To learn more, contact the WiSys staff at 608-263-6278 or by e-mail at info@wisys.ws, or visit the WiSys Web site at www.wisys.org.
What is the WiCell Research Institute?
WiCell is a non-profit subsidiary of WARF that was created to support human embryonic stem cell research on the UW-Madison campus. WiCell's mission is to provide cells to academic scientists all over the world and to engage in research using the scientific expertise of UW-Madison researchers. WiCell can be contacted at 608-263-2500 or by e-mail at info@wicell.org.
Why is WARF considered a leader in technology transfer?
Because WARF has been in the technology transfer business for over 75 years, it has a record of decades of success. WARF staff are well trained and qualified - they know the intricacies of patenting, have worked with researchers in diverse disciplines, understand industries and markets and have mastered innovative licensing strategies to meet the individual needs of business clients.
What makes WARF technologies stand out?
The UW-Madison is a premier research institution with world-class faculty and staff who generate over $500 million in federally supported research each year. The university also has made a priority of supporting interdisciplinary research, which makes WARF technologies particularly exciting.
How can I volunteer for clinical trials for stem cell research?
Clinical trials are several years away. The best way to identify appropriate options for clinical trials is through your doctor.
