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Experts in Tech Transfer

Among the top 10 universities for technology transfer.

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Venture Center

Since 2006, we have launched more than 150 startup companies based on UMN technology and have raised more than $405 million in investment capital.

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Industry Research Partnerships

We help to connect researchers and companies to partner on sponsored research projects.

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Technology Commercialization at the University of Minnesota

Learn more about who we are and how we help researchers move discoveries to the marketplace.

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Inventor Recognition Event

On April 9th we celebrated UMN innovators who create and advance novel solutions to real-world problems.

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150+ Startups Launched

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News & Announcements

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Feeling Optimistic about the Prospects and Future of the U of M

Jan 22, 2020

In a recent opinion piece, University of Minnesota Retirees Association members highlighted U inventions and startup companies among the University's many contributions to the state.

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U of M Partners with Pharmaceutical Company to Develop Cyanide Antidote Autoinjector

Jan 14, 2020

The University of Minnesota is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to design a device to quickly administer a new antidote for cyanide poisoning.

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Minnesota Startups’ Major M&A Deals in 2019

Dec 30, 2019

Minne Inno's recently published roundup of major 2019 Twin Cities startup acquisitions includes three UMN startups.

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We have launched more than 150 startup companies based on U of M research.

Events

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February 4 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Discovery Launchpad: Getting the Most Value from Your Business Lawyer

This seminar will review best practices in lawyer management for startups and includes Q&A.

March 17 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Discovery Launchpad: Digital Marketing for High Tech Startups

This seminar will provide guidance on establishing startup legitimacy while building the brand and reputation of your pre-revenue, high tech startup.

April 21 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Discovery Launchpad: The Cap Table and Preserving Equity

This seminar will provide an overview on the mechanics of how cap tables function and discuss strategies and tactics for preserving equity over time.