Montana State University

Montana State University is a comprehensive public land‑grant research university based in Bozeman, serving the state through teaching, research, and statewide outreach. Industry partners engage through a growing research and technology park adjacent to campus, industry‑accessible core facilities, and collaborative programs that connect companies with faculty and student talent. A statewide extension network and close proximity to regional photonics and outdoor‑product clusters create practical pathways for field testing, workforce pipelines, and co‑development. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as NSF, NIH, DOE, USDA, NASA, and the Department of Defense. A dedicated technology transfer office provides IP strategy, licensing, and startup support.