University of Maryland
University of Maryland is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in cybersecurity, aerospace, and biomedical sciences.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $1.5B total, of which $37.8M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics NSF reporting unit: U. Maryland.
- US patents granted (FY2025): 97. University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State
- Tech transfer (FY2025): 273 invention disclosures, 226 patent applications, 53 licenses and options, 14 startups, $7.1M licensing revenue. University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State
Research Focus Areas
Cybersecurity
Information security and privacy
Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace systems and propulsion
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer, cardiovascular, and infectious disease
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Space Technology
~8% (2024)Technologies for space exploration, satellite systems, and space-based services
Robotics & Automation
15% CAGRAutomated systems and robots for industrial and commercial applications
Biotechnology
13.96% CAGRApplication of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies
Neurotechnology
13% CAGRTechnologies interfacing with the nervous system for medical and research applications
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
UM Ventures (College Park)
IP Portfolio Available
~218 technologies available for licensing
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
- •Industry partnerships
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