University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Public University
Founded 1798
The University of Louisville is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in biomedical sciences, engineering, and data science.
$225.0M
R&D (FY2024)
21
US Patents (2025)
$9.9M
Business-Funded R&D
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
5-Year Change: 13.2%
Avg: 214.9
- Research spending (FY2024): $225.0M total, of which $9.9M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- US patents granted (2025): 21 (rank #78). National Academy of Inventors
- UofL does not publish annual tech transfer figures (disclosures, licenses, startups, licensing revenue) that we could find.
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer, cardiovascular, and neuroscience
School of Medicine
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering
J.B. Speed School of Engineering
Data Science
Machine learning and data systems
College of Business
Related Market Maps
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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
Robotics & Automation
15% CAGRAutomated systems and robots for industrial and commercial applications
Market Size$90.2B
Advanced Manufacturing
12.1% CAGRNext-generation manufacturing technologies and processes
Market Size$410.7B
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Rankings & Recognition
#78National Academy of Inventors - US Utility Patents Granted
2025Tech Transfer Office
UofL Innovation and Partnerships (Technology Transfer)
Services Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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