The value of scientific research reward mechanism in the transformation of medical patent

Objective To explore the appropriate scientific research award mechanism to promote the transformation of scientific and technological achievements. Methods Literature review was adopted to conduct comprehensive analysis of the incentive mechanisms of foreign patent transformation as well as related policies in China. Results Aimed to providing sufficient opportunities and motivation for the patent transformation platform, increasing the proportion of incentives for R&D personnel and setting up performance rewards for scientific research administration, a policy named Provisions on the proportion of rewards for R&D personnel after the transformation of intellectual property rights in Zhongshan Hospital was developed, which effectively facilitated the medical patents to market transformation. Conclusions It is alerted that improve the enthusiasm of relevant personnel for patent transformation plays important role in increasing the transformation of medical patents. Key words: Patent transformation; Incentive mechanism; Profit