University of California, Riverside
UC Riverside is a public land-grant research university in the University of California system, recognized for world-leading agricultural, citrus, and entomology research alongside growing strength in environmental science, energy, and engineering.
Commercialization Approach
The Office of Technology Partnerships drives economic growth in Inland Southern California by cultivating a collaborative entrepreneurial ecosystem that translates UCR research into licenses, startups, and regional jobs.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $231.6M total, of which $3.3M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- US patents granted (FY2025): 13. UC Riverside
- Tech transfer (FY2025): 52 invention disclosures, 82 patent applications, 7 licenses and options. UC Riverside
Research Focus Areas
Agriculture, Plant Science & Citrus
World-leading citrus breeding and a globally significant germplasm collection
Entomology & Biological Pest Control
Historic strength in biological control of agricultural pests
Environmental Science & Energy
Air quality, water and PFAS remediation, and battery and nanomaterials research
Related Market Maps
Explore market opportunities in deep tech categories relevant to UC Riverside's research focus.
View all market maps →Notable Spinouts
Sensorygen
Founded 2015 • Biotechnology
AI-discovered natural, non-toxic insect-repellent compounds as a DEET alternative
Edge Sound Research
Founded 2019 • Consumer Tech
Surface-mounted ResonX speaker and audio systems deployed in major sports venues
Visit siteWater Illumination
Environmental Tech
Vacuum-UV water treatment that destroys PFAS and emerging contaminants
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UCR Technology Partnerships Incubator
incubatorRegional startup incubator supporting UCR and Inland Southern California ventures
Learn moreTech Transfer Office
UCR Office of Technology Partnerships (OTP)
Director: Rosibel Ochoa
IP Portfolio Available
~232 technologies available for licensing
Platform: Flintbox
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •Technology licensing
- •Startup incubation
- •Industry partnership facilitation
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