University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California
Private University
Founded 1880
USC is a major private research university with strong commercialization in engineering, media technology, and biomedical sciences.
45
Startups (5yr)
195
Patents Filed
148
Patents Issued
60
Licenses (5yr)
$20.0M
License Revenue
130
Partnerships
$0.8B
Research $
Research Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer, neuroscience, and aging research
Keck School of Medicine
Media & Entertainment Technology
VR, AR, and digital media
School of Cinematic ArtsViterbi School
Computing & AI
Machine learning, robotics, and systems
Viterbi School of Engineering
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Biotechnology
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Neurotechnology
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Quantum Computing
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Notable Spinouts
Programs & Resources
Rankings & Recognition
#50NAI - US Utility Patents Granted
2024Tech Transfer Office
USC Stevens Center for Innovation
IP Portfolio Available
~200 technologies available for licensing
BiomedicalMedia TechnologyComputing
Platform: Flintbox
Browse IP PortfolioServices Offered
- •IP management
- •Licensing
- •Startup support
- •Industry partnerships
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