We translate breakthrough research into real‑world impact
Ohio State’s Innovation and Commercialization and Health Sciences Innovation teams work to identify promising discoveries and move them into the marketplace through:
Unlock What’s Next at Ohio State
Innovation doesn’t move itself into the marketplace. It needs bold partners who can spot opportunity and move fast. We’re looking for entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who want to build what’s next.
Reviewing invention disclosures from Ohio State researchers to identify commercially promising technologies. Review the full list of available technologies.
Negotiating license agreements and structuring partnerships that create value for both external partners and the university.
Facilitating the creation of startup companies based on Ohio State technologies.
Helping secure partners and funds for development, validation, and proof‑of‑concept work.
Why partner with Ohio State
World‑class research
Access discoveries from one of the nation’s leading public research universities.
Experienced commercialization team
Work with professionals who understand both academic research and business realities.
Clear IP pathways
Benefit from established processes for IP protection, licensing, and revenue sharing.
Collaborative mindset
Engage with a team focused on building win‑win relationships and impactful outcomes.
Get connected today
If you are an entrepreneur looking for high‑potential technologies to build a company around, a startup or investor seeking differentiated IP and research partnerships or an established company searching for innovation, co‑development opportunities, or licensing deals,
…we’d like to talk.