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Y-12 provides opportunities for companies to benefit from the research, development, and manufacturing investment made by the Department of Energy in Oak Ridge.

Technology Transfer Introduction

Inventors (and their bright ideas) receive awards.

Inventors (and their bright ideas) receive awards.

In the course of its work for DOE, Y‑12 develops useful new technologies that have commercial applications. Through licensing, Y‑12 transfers commercial rights for such technologies to the private sector. Through Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), Y‑12 works with private-sector industries on research and development projects of mutual interest.

If you want to learn how to work with us, read about CRADAs, the established process for conducting joint research projects.

You may also want to refer to our list of helpful resources for the technology transfer process.

For additional information, contact the Office of Technology Commercialization and Partnerships toll-free [855-545-TECH (8324)].