3.12 Development and Ownership of Digital Media and Software - Faculty Handbook   

 

 

Abstract: 
This policy acknowledges the widespread development of intellectual property related to computer software, databases, and digital media, and directs faculty to UAB's Faculty Handbook policy on Ownership of Intellectual Property Rights.

Effective Date: 08/15/2025

 

Review/Revised Date: 08/15/2025

 

Category: Faculty Affairs

 

Policy Owner: Faculty Senate

Policy Contact: Faculty Policy and Procedures Committee

 
   
 
 

 

3.12 Development and Ownership of Digital Media and Software

UAB recognizes the importance of obtaining the greatest public benefit from its scientific research, inventiveness, and creativity. The widespread use of the electronic, digital, computer, and related technologies as a tool for teaching, research, service, or administration has led to new types of intellectual property (IP) related to the development of software, databases, media, or other creative works. All such IP are encompassed within, and governed by, the University IP policies described in Sections 3.9 and 3.10.