What is TIFS Innovation Labs?
TIFS's research, technology, innovation and IP vertical.
What does Innovation Labs do?
It converts identified problems into researched, validated and potentially commercialised solutions.
What is the focus of Innovation Labs?
Forensic, medico-legal, digital, AI and related innovation.
Does Innovation Labs conduct research?
Yes.
Does it develop prototypes?
Yes.
Does it develop technology?
Yes, where appropriate.
Does it work with AI?
AI is one of the technology areas explored.
Does it work with digital forensics?
Yes.
Does it develop forensic technology?
Yes.
Does it work on medico-legal technology?
Yes.
Does it develop educational technology?
It may explore education-focused technology solutions.
Does it develop evidence-management solutions?
Evidence-management innovation is within its potential scope.
Does it work on simulation technology?
Yes, where relevant.
Does it develop field solutions?
Yes, where a validated need exists.
Does it develop laboratory solutions?
Yes, within relevant R&D areas.
Does it develop safety solutions?
Safety-related forensic solutions may be explored.
Does it protect intellectual property?
IP protection is a core part of Innovation Labs.
Does TIFS file patents?
TIFS pursues IP protection for eligible innovations.
How many provisional patent applications have been submitted?
TIFS has reported four provisional patent applications in its current innovation profile.
Are all TIFS patents granted?
No. A patent application and a granted patent are different statuses.
What is a provisional patent?
It is an initial patent filing that can establish priority while development continues.
Does TIFS work with NRDC?
TIFS has been connected with NRDC through the innovation ecosystem at O-Hub.
Does TIFS plan more patents?
TIFS has identified additional future IP opportunities.
Does Innovation Labs work with universities?
Yes.
Does Innovation Labs work with researchers?
Yes.
Does Innovation Labs work with startups?
Collaboration opportunities may be explored.
Does Innovation Labs work with industry?
Yes, where appropriate.
Can researchers collaborate with TIFS?
Yes.
Can institutions submit innovation proposals?
Suitable proposals can be considered.
Can TIFS develop a prototype for an institution?
Suitable commissioned or collaborative projects can be explored.