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Discovery Launchpad

A new startup incubator and coaching program that helps University of Minnesota researchers launch new companies based on their discoveries.

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

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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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Three UMN Startups Recognized at 2019 Tekne Awards

Nov 21, 2019

At an event hosted by the Minnesota High Tech Assocation, U startups Anatomi, Calyxt, and NovoClade were each recognized for their achievements.

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The World’s Most Innovative Universities 2019

Oct 23, 2019

The U of M ranked 22nd on the annual Reuters list, which takes into account the number of patents filed, commercial impact, and more.

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Event Connects High-Potential Startups with Investors

Oct 10, 2019

On October 10, UMN Technology Commercialization welcomed investors to the inaugural University of Minnesota Investor Event.

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

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