Research and Innovation

Collaborate on Research Projects: Engage with our faculty and students to advance your R&D initiatives. With a focus on aerospace and defense applications, as well as sustainable energy, AI, biomedical technology, and advanced manufacturing, we provide the expertise and resources to bring your ideas to life.
Centers of Excellence: Partner with specialized research centers, including those supporting aerospace and defense innovation, such as the Florida Institute for Cybersecurity Research, Florida Semiconductor Institute, and Warren B. Nelms Institute for the Connected World. Explore the full list of centers to discover more opportunities for partnership.
Customized Research Programs: Work alongside our researchers on projects tailored to meet your organization’s unique needs and goals.
Technology Transfer & IP: Access groundbreaking technology developed within the College of Engineering. Our dedicated Technology Transfer team can help your organization license patents and bring university innovations to market.
Start-Up Collaboration: Explore opportunities to invest in UF-incubated start-up ventures across diverse fields, such as aerospace and defense, AI, and cybersecurity, or pursue acquisitions that align with your organization’s goals.