Technology Commercialization News & Announcements

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UMN Startups Thrive Amid Fundraising Headwinds

May 13, 2025

Between February and May 2025, eight UMN startups raised more than $50 million in funding, creating more than 1500 jobs and reflecting activity across sectors of health, agriculture, and clean technology.

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Patent Roll Call: 2024

April 16, 2025

Congratulations to these UMN researchers who were awarded patents for their discoveries! In 2024, UMN researchers were issued 111 US patents (foreign patents not included).

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Mini-Webinar: Technology Commercialization 101 - April 7

April 1, 2025

Join UMN Technology Commercialization on April 7 to learn how to turn research into real-world products. This mini-webinar covers the commercialization process and support available to researchers.

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Early Innovation Fund: Technology Commercialization

Jumpstart Your Project with Tech Comm Early Innovation Funds

March 17, 2025

Up to $10K in funding is available for short-term projects that advance early-stage innovations. All UMN researchers and employees are eligible, including faculty, postdocs, grad students, and staff. The application opens April 14.

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UMN Ranks Among Nation’s Top Startup Creators for Fourth Consecutive Year

February 17, 2025

The University of Minnesota ranks among the top four U.S. universities for startup creation and remains a leader in technology transfer metrics. Last year, UMN launched 25 new startups.

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Angie Conley Appointed Director of the Venture Center at the University of Minnesota

February 17, 2025

With over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry and first-hand experience in startup leadership, product commercialization, and investment strategy, Angie Conley, joins the Technology Commercialization team as the Director of the Venture Center.

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Tech Comm Launches Funding Program for Software Startup Development

February 13, 2025

The competitive, two-phase funding program supports the creation and development of University of Minnesota startups in the software space. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students.

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Mini-Webinar: Technology Commercialization 101 - November 19

October 25, 2024

Title: “Mini-Webinar: Technology Commercialization 101”
When: Tuesday, November 19, 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Zoom

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Fueling Innovation - Engage with UMN's Startup Ecosystem

Nov 12th: Fueling Innovation - Engage with UMN's Startup Ecosystem

October 25, 2024

Title: Fueling Innovation - Engage with UMN's Startup Ecosystem
When: Tuesday, November 12, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom

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