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UF Innovate

UF Innovate is the central organization at the University of Florida that fosters innovation and commercialization of research, connecting faculty, students, and researchers with entrepreneurs and industry partners.

Founded
2018
Recorded stages
Pre Seed, Seed, Accelerator
Focus sectors
Biotech, Healthcare, AI
Recorded regions
United States

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Overview

UF Innovate is a comprehensive commercialization system at the University of Florida, one of the nation's top research institutions. It supports faculty, students, researchers, entrepreneurs, startups, industry partners, and investors through its various arms: Tech Licensing, Ventures, Pathways, and Accelerate. The organization is dedicated to moving research discoveries from the lab to the market, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in North Central Florida.

Focus

UF Innovate focuses on technology licensing, venture support, and entrepreneurial pathways. It operates two business incubators, The Hub and Sid Martin Biotech, providing resources for startups in sectors such as biotechnology and technology commercialization.

Support

UF Innovate offers mentorship, funding opportunities, resources for entrepreneurs, lab and office facilities, business-development services, investor introductions, and access to events and shared equipment.

Questions

What types of companies can apply?

Companies in various sectors, particularly those related to technology and biotechnology, can apply.

How can I apply?

Interested parties can apply through the application link provided on the UF Innovate website.

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Check your startup’s fit with UF Innovate

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