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)
UTRF Newsletter Story
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)
Employee Spotlight: CeCe Ging and Emma Vetland
The University of Tennessee Research Foundation recently welcomed two new team members. CeCe Ging joins as the Staff Attorney, while Emma Vetland joins as an Assistant Technology Manager. Originally from Lebanon, Tennessee, Ging received her bachelor’s in chemistry and biochemistry from Washington University in St. Louis and her law degree from the University of Tennessee (read more)