University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa
Public University
Founded 1847
The University of Iowa is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in biomedical sciences, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices.
36
Startups (5yr)
155
Patents Filed
118
Patents Issued
50
Licenses (5yr)
$13.0M
License Revenue
95
Partnerships
$0.7B
Research $
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer, cardiovascular, and neuroscience
Carver College of Medicine
Pharmaceuticals
Drug discovery and formulation
College of Pharmacy
Medical Devices
Surgical tools and diagnostics
College of Engineering
Related Market Maps
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Biotechnology
15% CAGRApplication of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies
Market Size$1.2T
Neurotechnology
22% CAGRTechnologies interfacing with the nervous system for medical and research applications
Market Size$15B
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Rankings & Recognition
#56NAI - US Utility Patents Granted
2024Tech Transfer Office
University of Iowa Research Foundation
IP Portfolio Available
~140 technologies available for licensing
BiomedicalPharmaceuticalsMedical Devices
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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