Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Health & Science University is Oregon’s public academic health center, combining education, patient care, and research across urban campuses in Portland. Embedded hospitals and statewide clinics enable rapid clinical translation, observational studies, and multi-site trials. Co-located research facilities and collaboration space linking Marquam Hill and the South Waterfront connect investigators with startups and corporate teams. Research is supported primarily by the National Institutes of Health, with additional competitive federal awards. A dedicated technology transfer office streamlines IP, licensing, sponsored research agreements, and startup formation.