University of Connecticut
The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) at the University of Connecticut (UConn Research) is the central hub supporting UConn’s world-class research enterprise across all campuses, including UConn Health. As Connecticut’s only R1 university, UConn is committed to transforming knowledge, lives, and communities by addressing urgent challenges in health, technology, sustainability, social justice, and more. The OVPR empowers faculty, students, and industry partners to advance solutions that benefit Connecticut and the world, driving innovation, discovery, and societal impact through robust partnerships, state-of-the-art facilities, and a collaborative environment. UConn’s vision for 2034 prioritizes research, student success, and sustainability, fueling the state’s vibrant innovation sector and economy.
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Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
University of Connecticut
Whetten Graduate Center, 438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1006, Storrs, CT 06269-1006
Patents
Methods for treating breast cancer and for identifying breast cancer antigens
US-12461110-B2
View DetailsContinuous processing system and methods for internal and external modifications to nanoparticles
US-12434208-B2
View DetailsExtrusion-based three-dimensional printed soft tissue mimic and method of manufacture thereof
US-12417715-B2
View Details
Methods for treating breast cancer and for identifying breast cancer antigens
US-12461110-B2
View DetailsContinuous processing system and methods for internal and external modifications to nanoparticles
US-12434208-B2
View DetailsExtrusion-based three-dimensional printed soft tissue mimic and method of manufacture thereof
US-12417715-B2
View DetailsServices
Intellectual-property strategy, licensing support, commercialization guidance, and connections to investors to advance technology translation.
On-site incubation offering mentorship, office/lab space, access to research facilities, and entrepreneur training to support early-stage ventures.
Access to prototyping and fabrication equipment for rapid product development and proof-of-concept demonstrations.
Shared-instrumentation services providing materials analysis, electron microscopy, NMR, and characterization for academic and industry users.
Custom institutional reporting, data delivery, and analytics support for departmental and administrative research needs.
Services to identify funding opportunities, develop proposals, and support multi-investigator or interdisciplinary grant applications.
Intellectual-property strategy, licensing support, commercialization guidance, and connections to investors to advance technology translation.
On-site incubation offering mentorship, office/lab space, access to research facilities, and entrepreneur training to support early-stage ventures.
Access to prototyping and fabrication equipment for rapid product development and proof-of-concept demonstrations.
Shared-instrumentation services providing materials analysis, electron microscopy, NMR, and characterization for academic and industry users.
Custom institutional reporting, data delivery, and analytics support for departmental and administrative research needs.
Services to identify funding opportunities, develop proposals, and support multi-investigator or interdisciplinary grant applications.
Expertise Areas
- Clinical trial management
- Genomics and bioinformatics
- Proteomics and biomarker discovery
- Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering
Key Technologies
- Next-generation sequencing
- Proteomics (mass spectrometry)
- Electron microscopy (including in-situ/operando)
- Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
News & Updates
A regional collaborative to address cybersecurity infrastructure needs for the Northeast Corridor, launched in May 2024.
An event offering high schoolers hands-on science experiences and fostering diversity in STEM.
A modern, mobile-friendly website built on the Aurora service, enhancing user experience and accessibility.
Comprehensive overview of UConn's research achievements, impact, and financials for 2024.
A summary of major research accomplishments and milestones from 2024.
Review of UConn’s research achievements in health, quantum technology, and more.
A regional collaborative to address cybersecurity infrastructure needs for the Northeast Corridor, launched in May 2024.
An event offering high schoolers hands-on science experiences and fostering diversity in STEM.
A modern, mobile-friendly website built on the Aurora service, enhancing user experience and accessibility.
Comprehensive overview of UConn's research achievements, impact, and financials for 2024.
A summary of major research accomplishments and milestones from 2024.
Review of UConn’s research achievements in health, quantum technology, and more.