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USF Innovation & Commercialization is an integrated network of programs, services, and resources designed to accelerate research and ideas into real-world impact. It brings together commercialization, startup support, and funding pathways to translate technologies, build companies, secure funding, and form strategic partnerships.

Through a coordinated network that includes the USF Technology Transfer Office, USF CONNECT, the Florida High Tech Corridor, and other innovation-focused programs, you can access the expertise, funding opportunities, facilities, and support needed to move ideas, research, and technologies toward real-world impact.

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Protect and License: Protect your intellectual property and explore pathways to commercialization.

If you have developed a new technology, invention, process, or discovery, the USF Technology Transfer Office can help you evaluate its commercial potential, protect intellectual property, and identify licensing opportunities. Industry partners can also explore available technologies and collaborate with USF researchers to bring innovations to market.

Fund: Access funding to advance research, validate technologies, and support commercialization.

Whether you are developing a new discovery, launching a startup, conducting research, or preparing for investment, funding opportunities are available to help move your work forward. Explore resources designed to support innovation at every stage, from early concept development to commercialization and growth.

Build and Scale: Launch, grow, and accelerate your startup.

Entrepreneurs can access incubators, accelerators, mentorship, educational programs, specialized facilities, and business support through USF CONNECT. Whether you are refining an idea, validating a market opportunity, raising capital, or preparing to scale, resources are available to help you move from concept to company.

Partner: Connect with the people, expertise, and organizations that can help move innovation forward.

If you are seeking research collaborations, licensing opportunities, industry partnerships, or connections within the regional innovation community, USF Innovation & Commercialization can help identify opportunities and facilitate meaningful connections. Through the reach of the Florida High Tech Corridor and other strategic partners, you can engage with researchers, startups, industry leaders, and innovation resources across the region.

Space and Infrastructure: Access the facilities, laboratories, and workspaces needed to support innovation and growth.

Researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry partners can access a range of facilities and specialized infrastructure through USF CONNECT, the USF Research Park, and USF Core Facilities. From laboratory environments and equipment to incubator and office space, these resources provide the physical foundation needed to develop technologies, conduct research, and grow new ventures.