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.
42
Startups (5yr)
180
Patents Filed
138
Patents Issued
55
Licenses (5yr)
$20.0M
License Revenue
120
Partnerships
$0.4B
Research $
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
Related Market Maps
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Biotechnology
15% CAGRApplication of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies
Market Size$1.2T
Advanced Energy
10% CAGRNext-generation energy technologies for clean and efficient power
Market Size$1.5T
Notable Spinouts
Soraa
Founded 2008 • Clean Energy
LED lighting technology company
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
UCSB Office of Technology & Industry Alliances
IP Portfolio Available
~160 technologies available for licensing
Materials SciencePhotonicsQuantum Computing
Platform: Flintbox
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP protection
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
- •Industry partnerships
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