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Pathways

We empower UF innovators with training and resources. Faculty, postdocs, staff, and students can advance ideas to market through our programs.

If you’re looking for next steps to take your ideas to market, here’s our best advice.

Need to know how to protect your new idea, translate your technology, and maximize the potential of your innovation?

Does your innovation provide a viable solution to a problem? Essential I-Corps customer discovery training starts here.

Internal and external sources of funding to translate your technology.

Do you want to form a new startup or partner with an existing company? 

Do you need mentorship or want to bring commercialization insights into your college, department, or event?

UF INNOVATE | PATHWAYS

UF Innovate | Pathways stands as a robust ecosystem of resources and programs within the University of Florida, strategically crafted to empower innovation, cultivate entrepreneurship, and facilitate the progression of ideas from inception to market realization. Specifically tailored to meet the needs of students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs, this initiative provides a comprehensive framework designed to navigate every stage of the innovator’s journey.

We empower innovators with a continuum of support along the innovation and commercialization journey. With training, funding, and mentorship, Pathways helps bridge the gap from early-stage research through commercialization. You can access these resources by doing this:

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Visit the UF Innovate website for upcoming programs and ongoing resources.

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Collaborate with us as we develop innovation and commercialization courses.

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Let us come to you! We’ll present for your college, department, lab, class, or other group.

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Hosting an event or program related to innovation or entrepreneurship? Invite us to partner with you.

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Collaborate on grants to support innovation, translation, commercialization, and economic development.

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UF Innovate | Pathways

747 Southwest 2nd Avenue, Suite 108
Gainesville, FL 32601

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P.O. Box 115575
Gainesville, FL 32611-5575

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