Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a private, comprehensive university on Long Island that pairs broad academics with applied research and close ties to regional industry. Its integration with Northwell Health through co-located academic programs and clinical sites enables translational studies, access to patient populations, and clinician-scientist collaboration. The Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science runs a structured co-op program placing students with companies across Long Island and New York City, building pipelines for talent and joint problem-solving. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation, with a dedicated technology transfer office facilitating IP, licensing, and industry-sponsored agreements.