University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
Public University
Founded 1909
UCSB is a top public research university with exceptional materials science, photonics, and quantum computing research.
$303.4M
R&D (FY2024)
$8.6M
Business-Funded R&D
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
5-Year Change: 19.3%
Avg: 278.2
- Research spending (FY2024): $303.4M total, of which $8.6M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- UCSB does not publish annual tech transfer figures (disclosures, licenses, startups, licensing revenue) that we could find.
Research Focus Areas
Materials Science & Photonics
Advanced materials and optical technologies
Materials DepartmentCNSI
Quantum Computing
Quantum information and computing
PhysicsElectrical and Computer Engineering
Biotechnology
Molecular biology and bioengineering
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Next-generation energy technologies for clean and efficient power
Market Size$2.2T
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
UCSB Office of Technology & Industry Alliances (TIA)
IP Portfolio Available
Materials SciencePhotonicsQuantum Computing
Platform: Flintbox
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP protection
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
- •Industry partnerships
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