The University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF) is a powerhouse that drives UT’s mission to turn groundbreaking research into real-world applications. With a 90-year track record of commercial success and a rich innovation pipeline, UTRF serves as a connector within the UT innovation ecosystem and a bridge between the university and the business and investment (read more)
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Inventor Spotlight: Jian Huang
Over its 90-year history, the University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF) has collaborated with inventors across the UT System to apply research to real-world challenges. Often, these technologies originate from emerging or evolving fields with the potential to transform the world. One researcher charting new waters is Jian Huang, a professor in the Department of (read more)
Innovation is Everywhere: UTRF’s Decades-Long Support of University Research
The University of Tennessee System’s core mission is to serve Tennesseans and beyond through education, discovery, and outreach to enable economic, social, and environmental well-being. The UT Research Foundation is proud to support UT’s mission. UTRF serves as the bridge between groundbreaking research and the marketplace, transforming ideas into products and services that change lives. (read more)