The George Washington University
Washington, District of Columbia
Private University
Founded 1821
GWU is a leading private research university with strong commercialization in biomedical sciences, policy technology, and engineering.
18
Startups (5yr)
95
Patents Filed
72
Patents Issued
28
Licenses (5yr)
$4.5M
License Revenue
55
Partnerships
$0.2B
Research $
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer and cardiovascular research
School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Policy & Governance Technology
AI in policy and governance
Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and biomedical engineering
School of Engineering and Applied Science
Related Market Maps
Explore market opportunities in deep tech categories relevant to GWU's research focus.
Biotechnology
15% CAGRApplication of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies
Market Size$1.2T
Neurotechnology
22% CAGRTechnologies interfacing with the nervous system for medical and research applications
Market Size$15B
Robotics & Automation
18% CAGRAutomated systems and robots for industrial and commercial applications
Market Size$200B
Advanced Manufacturing
20% CAGRNext-generation manufacturing technologies and processes
Market Size$350B
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Rankings & Recognition
#86NAI - US Utility Patents Granted
2024Tech Transfer Office
GWU Office of Technology Transfer
IP Portfolio Available
~80 technologies available for licensing
BiomedicalPolicy TechnologyEngineering
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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