Catholic University of America

The Catholic University of America is a private national research university in Washington, D.C., known for a collaborative, mission-driven culture and comprehensive academic programs. For industry partners, its location places teams within minutes of federal agencies, standards bodies, and policy organizations, enabling early regulatory input and access to decision‑makers. Companies engage on-campus core facilities and sponsored-research labs for contract R&D, prototyping, and testing, and connect with talent through internships and project-based collaborations. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Energy. A dedicated technology transfer office manages IP, licensing, and startup formation with industry-friendly agreements.