The University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF) is announcing a call for submissions for its 18th annual maturation program. The UTRF Technology Maturation Grant aims to assist innovators in advancing new technologies on the path to market by awarding up to $20,000 in direct costs to the highest ranking proposals. The program is open to (read more)
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The Year in Startups: Celebrating Innovation and Impact at UTRF
As fiscal year 2025 comes to a close, the University of Tennessee has reached incredible milestones in innovation and entrepreneurship. UTRF is proud to support the evolution of groundbreaking research into promising startups—driving progress across the state and beyond. This year, a range of visionary faculty and alumni have transformed their discoveries into real-world solutions (read more)
Discover the Latest in Innovation at UTRF!
The UTRF Available Technologies page has been updated! Here, you’ll find innovations available for commercialization across categories like agriculture, animal health, chemistry, energy, engineering, human health, and software. It features the latest technologies, including genetic engineering tools, bio-insecticides, and advanced research tools. Express licensing options are also available. Whether you’re in search of groundbreaking solutions (read more)