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UCF is America’s Partnership University®. We can help you harness the power of discoveries made at UCF. Partner with UCF to find cutting-edge solutions to meet your company’s goals by licensing technology or sponsoring research.
Licensing
By licensing university technology, you become part of a community of innovators and achievers. Through a license agreement, you gain the rights to use, produce, and market University-owned technology. This process, known as technology commercialization, drives discoveries and innovations that positively impact our local community and enhance the global economy.
Technology Transfer Success Stories
The University of Central Florida (UCF) boasts a rich tapestry of technology transfer success stories and notable licensed inventions, showcasing its prowess in innovation and collaboration.
Some of the licensed innovations are highlighted below. These successes exemplify UCF’s dedication to translating cutting-edge research into tangible solutions that positively impact society and drive economic growth.
Gossamer Ceiling Fan: Energy Star-rated fan
Lead inventor: D. Parker FSEC
Human-on-a-Chip: Disease modeling and drug testing technology as alternative to animal testing
Lead Inventor: James Hickman NanoScience Technology Center
Optical Filters for Lasers: Holographic optical technology
Lead Inventor: L. Glebov CREOL
Natural Killer Cells: Cancer and infectious disease therapies
Lead Inventor: A. Copik COM
TeachLivE : Education simulation technology
Lead Inventor: L. Dieker CCIE
Bold & Gold® : Water filtration media
Lead Inventor: M. Wanielista CECS
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