University of Pittsburgh, Innovation Institute
The University of Pittsburgh Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship inspires, educates and enables others to make an impact on society, improve the regional economy and transform their own careers. It is composed of four units: The Innovation Institute, the Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships, the Big Idea Center for student innovation, and the Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, each focusing on different aspects of innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
medium (51-250)
University of Pittsburgh, Innovation Institute
Services
Technology transfer and licensing services
Intake and management of invention disclosures; assessment and facilitation of licensing agreements and startup formation.
Commercialization education and mentorship programs
Workshops, mentoring, and educational programs focused on translating research to market-ready technologies and securing early-stage support.
Student innovation programming
Programs and centers that support student-led innovation projects, ideation, and pathways to commercialization.
Industry engagement and partnership facilitation
Services to connect researchers with industry partners to support collaborative research, licensing, and economic development initiatives.
Small business education and consulting
Regional programs offering business education, consulting, and networking tailored to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Cohort training and short courses (e.g., I‑Corps)
Cohort-based short courses and regional training that teach customer discovery and commercialization practices, delivered as multi-week programs, info sessions, and webinars.
Technology transfer and licensing services
Intake and management of invention disclosures; assessment and facilitation of licensing agreements and startup formation.
Commercialization education and mentorship programs
Workshops, mentoring, and educational programs focused on translating research to market-ready technologies and securing early-stage support.
Student innovation programming
Programs and centers that support student-led innovation projects, ideation, and pathways to commercialization.
Industry engagement and partnership facilitation
Services to connect researchers with industry partners to support collaborative research, licensing, and economic development initiatives.
Small business education and consulting
Regional programs offering business education, consulting, and networking tailored to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Cohort training and short courses (e.g., I‑Corps)
Cohort-based short courses and regional training that teach customer discovery and commercialization practices, delivered as multi-week programs, info sessions, and webinars.
Expertise Areas
- Technology transfer and licensing
- Commercialization and startup formation
- Entrepreneurship education and mentorship
- Industry partnerships and economic development
Key Technologies
- Digital health
- Autonomy and autonomous systems
- Edge computing
- Interoperable networking