University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
Public University
Founded 1957
UNLV is a major public research university with strong commercialization in hospitality technology, biomedical sciences, and engineering.
$118.0M
R&D (FY2024)
$1.1M
Business-Funded R&D
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
5-Year Change: 11.4%
Avg: 103.7
- Research spending (FY2024): $118.0M total, of which $1.1M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- UNLV does not publish annual tech transfer figures (disclosures, licenses, startups, licensing revenue) that we could find.
Research Focus Areas
Hospitality & Gaming Technology
Smart hospitality and gaming tech
William F. Harrah College of Hospitality
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer and cardiovascular research
Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering
Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
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
Tech Transfer Office
UNLV Office of Economic Development (Commercialization)
IP Portfolio Available
Hospitality TechnologyBiomedicalEngineering
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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