UI Collab: Deep expertise in the university-industry collaboration space
July 3, 2023 — Since its inception within the U.S. National Academies in 2006, UIDP has been dedicated to harnessing the collective wisdom of university-industry pros to develop and then […]
READ MOREOptimizing Impact: Assessing Innovation Ecosystems
June 26, 2023 — In today’s rapidly evolving R&D landscape, being part of a blossoming innovation ecosystem holds significant appeal. Often anchored by one or more universities or knowledge centers […]
READ MOREFunding Frontiers: Companies at the Forefront of Funding Awards
June 19, 2023 — In the world of U.S. government basic research awards, universities are the entity most likely in the lead position. But companies and other non-academic research institutions […]
READ MOREBreaking the Contracting Barrier: Strategies to Reduce Contracting Time
June 12, 2023 — Sponsored research contracting holds a special place in the hearts of those in university-industry collaboration—perilously close to juggling, tightrope walking, and distance running. Although it’s foundational […]
READ MORECoalition for equitable skills training a foundational piece for Mid-South ‘Silicon Valley’
Excerpted from the June 2023 issue of University-Industry Engagement Advisor. UIDP members can view the entire issue here. Two Vanderbilt University pioneers are spearheading an organization known as the Coalition […]
READ MOREUIDP Projects Survey: Upfront IP
To inform a UIDP Projects Quick Guide, we asked UIDP university member organizations about their use of upfront intellectual property (IP) programs. The survey defined upfront IP as offering industry […]
READ MORE1-Minute Survey | Faculty Sabbaticals in Industry
A number of companies offer formal programs for university faculty to spend a summer sabbatical at a company site. Benefits of these programs include bringing a fresh perspective to solve […]
READ MOREThe Power of Place: How Location Drives Innovation
June 5, 2023 — Innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it thrives in places that cultivate it. From collaborative workspaces where daily interaction dissolves silos to serendipitous meet-ups with like-minded […]
READ MOREThe Innovation Paradox: From Hungry to Fat and Happy (but Less Innovative)
May 22, 2023 — In today’s business landscape, it’s common for big companies to scout for promising innovation in the startup sphere. In practice, a startup success story often ends […]
READ MOREShowcasing Research Strengths with Capability Statements
May 15, 2023 — Many universities are keen to partner with industry for research, but “universities” don’t partner; their people do. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to identify the right […]
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