University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Public University
Founded 1865
The University of Kansas is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in pharmaceuticals, biomedical sciences, and aerospace.
$546.1M
R&D (FY2024)
31
US Patents (2025)
72
Disclosures (FY2024)
44
Licenses (FY2024)
6
Startups (FY2024)
$43.7M
Business-Funded R&D
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
5-Year Change: 48.1%
Avg: 434.4
- Research spending (FY2024): $546.1M total, of which $43.7M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- US patents granted (2025): 31 (rank #65). National Academy of Inventors
- Tech transfer (FY2024): 72 invention disclosures, 53 patent applications, 44 licenses and options, 6 startups. KU Center for Technology Commercialization
Research Focus Areas
Pharmaceuticals & Drug Discovery
Drug development and formulation
School of Pharmacy
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer and cardiovascular research
School of Medicine
Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace systems and propulsion
Aerospace Engineering
Related Market Maps
Explore market opportunities in deep tech categories relevant to KU's research focus.
Biotechnology
13.96% CAGRApplication of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies
Market Size$1.55T
Neurotechnology
13% CAGRTechnologies interfacing with the nervous system for medical and research applications
Market Size$17.3B
Space Technology
~8% (2024)Technologies for space exploration, satellite systems, and space-based services
Market Size$613B
Robotics & Automation
15% CAGRAutomated systems and robots for industrial and commercial applications
Market Size$90.2B
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Rankings & Recognition
#65National Academy of Inventors - US Utility Patents Granted
2025Tech Transfer Office
KU Center for Technology Commercialization (KUCTC)
Services Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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