Research Agreements & IP Support Consultation
Offered by: Vanessa Buzzelli, Advisor, Internship and Service agreements, Office of Research
- Format: Consultation
- Time: 30 min
- Stage: Developing an idea, Active Research
- Pathway: Academic Scholarship, Community Engagement, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
- research agreements
- intellectual property
- partnerships
- governance
- sponsored research
Set your research up for success. Get timely guidance on research agreements, intellectual property, and sponsor requirements—before issues slow your project down.
Why this
This one-on-one consultation supports Concordia researchers with the review, negotiation, and administration of research agreements involving public and private sponsors. The service provides practical guidance on agreement terms, IP considerations, and institutional processes, helping researchers move smoothly from agreement to project completion. Sessions are case-specific and focused on resolving real issues tied to upcoming or active sponsored research projects.
Relevance for impact
Research agreements shape how collaborations function, how funds flow, and how research projects move forward. Early attention to agreement terms and IP considerations helps reduce delays, manage risk, and support effective partnerships. This service strengthens the foundations that allow research to proceed efficiently and responsibly, enabling downstream research outcomes and impact.
Who it's for
Researchers who are
- Entering into research agreements with public or private sponsors
- Managing active research agreements during a project’s lifecycle
- Anticipating upcoming agreements and wanting early IP or contractual guidance
What you’ll learn / outcomes
- Gain clarity on research agreement processes and institutional requirements
- Identify key IP considerations relevant to their project
- Understand when and how to engage agreement support early
- Leave with clear next steps for upcoming or active research agreements
Format
- One-on-one consultation (30 minutes)
- Online
- Focused, case-specific support tailored to individual research projects
- Offered at scheduled times (recurring weekly, monthly, or quarterly)
What to bring (recommended)
- A short research summary, if available
- Any relevant information about upcoming or active agreements
Materials provided
Service provider
Vanessa Buzzelli is an Advisor, Internship and Service Agreements with over 20 years of experience at the Office of Research. As a member of the PIPS team, Vanessa manages the post-award Accelerate/BSI Mitacs portfolio, prepares and negotiates all testing/service agreements with external clients, and facilitates the administrative process for active research agreements.
Delivered by the Partnerships, Intellectual Property & Research Security (PIPS) Unit, Office of Research, under the Vice-President, Research, Innovation and Impact. This consultation is part of the service offerings by the PIPS unit to support researchers across the full research lifecycle, including partnership development, intellectual property strategy, and research security risk assessment.