Michigan State University
Michigan State University is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in agriculture, biomedical sciences, and materials science.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $931.8M total, of which $26.6M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- US patents granted (2025): 50 (rank #45). National Academy of Inventors
- Tech transfer (FY2025): 198 invention disclosures, $3.8M licensing revenue. Michigan State University Research and Innovation
Research Focus Areas
Agriculture & Food Science
Crop science, food safety, and sustainable agriculture
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer, cardiovascular, and infectious disease
Materials Science
Advanced materials and nanotechnology
Related Market Maps
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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
Advanced Materials
6.6% CAGRNext-generation materials with enhanced properties for industrial and consumer applications
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
MSU Technologies (MSU Innovation Center)
IP Portfolio Available
~345 technologies available for licensing
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
- •Industry partnerships
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