University of South Dakota
The University of South Dakota is a leading public research university with strong commercialization in biomedical sciences, law, and engineering.
Research and Commercialization Data
Total R&D Expenditures
- Research spending (FY2024): $27.9M total, of which $0.1M was funded by business. NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
- USD does not publish annual tech transfer figures (disclosures, licenses, startups, licensing revenue) that we could find.
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer and cardiovascular research
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering
Computing & AI
Machine learning and data science
Related Market Maps
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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
Robotics & Automation
15% CAGRAutomated systems and robots for industrial and commercial applications
Advanced Manufacturing
12.1% CAGRNext-generation manufacturing technologies and processes
Quantum Computing
34.6% CAGRRevolutionary computing technology leveraging quantum mechanics for exponential speedups in specific problem domains
Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Tech Transfer Office
USD Office of Research & Sponsored Programs - Technology Transfer Office
Services Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
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