University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in agriculture, food science, and engineering.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $657.5M total, of which $32.1M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics NSF reporting unit: U. Nebraska, Lincoln and Medical Center.
- US patents granted (FY2025): 36. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Office of Research and Innovation
- Tech transfer (FY2025): 144 invention disclosures, 26 licenses and options, $5.3M licensing revenue. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Office of Research and Innovation
Research Focus Areas
Agriculture & Food Science
Crop science, food safety, and sustainable agriculture
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer and cardiovascular research
Related Market Maps
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Robotics & Automation
15% CAGRAutomated systems and robots for industrial and commercial applications
Advanced Manufacturing
12.1% CAGRNext-generation manufacturing technologies and processes
Biotechnology
13.96% CAGRApplication of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies
Neurotechnology
13% CAGRTechnologies interfacing with the nervous system for medical and research applications
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
NUtech Ventures
IP Portfolio Available
~195 technologies available for licensing
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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