This guide is designed to share information on copyright, publishing and intellectual property. Copyright can be a confusing and challenging topic. This guide will introduce you to some broad areas of copyright law that impact your work at UCSF. It will provide some guidance on using copyright protected materials for your classes and research activities, as well as provide you with links to additional information and resources.
This guide does not provide legal advice nor is it intended to replace the advice of legal counsel.
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