UI Global is an international professional services firm that specializes in intellectual property commercialization, ecosystem development, and venture acceleration, helping universities and businesses scale sustainable innovations globally.
University Innovations Global (UI Global) is a professional services company that transforms intellectual property and early-stage concepts into sustainable, market-ready businesses. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in New York, the firm provides expertise in ecosystem analysis, IP commercialization, venture acceleration, and strategic planning. Through its Impact Venture Studio, the company operates between the conceptual stage and Series A funding, offering bespoke innovation support, design thinking coaching, and capacity building. The organization utilizes a global network of advisors to connect university research with industry needs, focusing on sectors such as agri-tech, biotechnology, and health and wellness.
The firm supports a diverse range of partners, including universities, economic development agencies, and international corporations, by facilitating cross-border collaborations that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. By bridging the gap between academic innovation and commercial investment, UI Global helps clients navigate complex markets, validate business models, and scale technology-based ventures. Their services have been utilized to identify research partners for large-scale medical technology initiatives and to deliver regional innovation programs, such as the SouthVation initiative, which focuses on sustainable food and health technologies. Through these efforts, UI Global acts as an international partner for organizations seeking to foster vibrant, innovation-driven economies.