The first step to starting the process to commercialization is to fill out and file an invention disclosure form. This can be challenging, but the Tennessee Technology Advancement Consortium (TTAC) and the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) have resources available to help get this started. Follow the links below to find the invention disclosure form and reach out for help!
https://launchtn.org/tennessee-technology-advancement-consortium-ttac/