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 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.
Review our monthly newsletter, a wealth of local & national opportunities & events.
Visit the UF Innovate website for upcoming programs and ongoing resources.
Collaborate with us as we develop innovation and commercialization courses.
Let us come to you! We’ll present for your college, department, lab, class, or other group.
Hosting an event or program related to innovation or entrepreneurship? Invite us to partner with you.
Collaborate on grants to support innovation, translation, commercialization, and economic development.
Invention-Con 2025 is the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)’s annual conference designed to support independent inventors, entrepreneurs, and small
Join this 3-day NSF SBIR/STTR proposal development series, Sept.9, 10, & 11. Attendees will receive an overview of the NSF
Bootcamp @ Guidewell Innovation Center Hey Entrepreneurs! Ready for a one-day bootcamp? This time, we’re in Orlando! Meet us in
Vendor Show at UF Innovate | Sid Martin Join USA Scientific, Eppendorf, and Greiner Bio-One in the lobby at UF
Your startup’s brand is one of its most valuable assets — but without a trademark, it’s vulnerable. Want to protect
Raising capital for an early-stage startup is one of the toughest hurdles in entrepreneurship. Beyond funding, investors often shape company
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Need to know more about technology licensing, raising venture funds, or writing a grant? We’ve got you covered.
Looking for a place to host your fledgling company or how to fund it? You’re not alone. Start here.
UF and non-UF innovators can find educational and other resources here.
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