University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame is a leading private research university with strong commercialization in biomedical sciences, materials science, and computing.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $345.8M total, of which $15.1M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- US patents granted (2025): 17 (rank #87). National Academy of Inventors
- Tech transfer (FY2022): 14 licenses and options. University of Notre Dame IDEA Center (republished by O'Sullivan Group)
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer and cardiovascular research
Materials Science
Advanced materials and nanotechnology
Computing & AI
Machine learning and data science
Related Market Maps
Explore market opportunities in deep tech categories relevant to Notre Dame's research focus.
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
Advanced Materials
6.6% CAGRNext-generation materials with enhanced properties for industrial and consumer applications
Quantum Computing
34.6% CAGRRevolutionary computing technology leveraging quantum mechanics for exponential speedups in specific problem domains
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Rankings & Recognition
Tech Transfer Office
Notre Dame IDEA Center, Research Commercialization
IP Portfolio Available
~134 technologies available for licensing
Platform: Custom
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
Interested in Tech Transfer?
Learn how to navigate university licensing and commercialization