The University of Tennessee is not just a hub of academic excellence; it’s a powerhouse of innovation where brilliant minds turn groundbreaking research into real-world solutions. Among these trailblazers is Ahmedullah Aziz, an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UT Knoxville. He stands out for his relentless drive and (read more)
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2025 UTRF Technology Maturation Grant – Call for Submissions
The University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF) is announcing a call for submissions for its 16th 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)
Inventor Spotlight: Duane Miller
Over the past 90 years, the University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF) has collaborated with many groundbreaking innovators. Among these is Duane Miller, professor emeritus at the UT Health Science Center. A beloved faculty member of the College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences from 1992 to 2015, Miller also served as the department chair (read more)