University of California, Los Angeles
UCLA is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in biomedical sciences, entertainment technology, and clean energy.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $1.9B total, of which $89.0M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- Tech transfer (FY2024): 285 invention disclosures, 29 licenses and options, 13 startups, $65.7M licensing revenue. UCLA Technology Development Group
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer, cardiovascular, and neurological research
Clean Energy & Environment
Solar, battery, and environmental technology
Computing & AI
Machine learning, systems, and HCI
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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
Quantum Computing
34.6% CAGRRevolutionary computing technology leveraging quantum mechanics for exponential speedups in specific problem domains
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
UCLA Anderson Venture Accelerator
acceleratorStartup accelerator for UCLA-affiliated founders
Learn moreTech Transfer Office
UCLA Technology Development Group
IP Portfolio Available
~1693 technologies available for licensing
Platform: Flintbox
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
- •Industry partnerships
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