Public research university in Omaha, Nebraska with co-located industry-partnered labs, an adjacent innovation district, technology transfer support, and strong ties to the region’s Fortune 500 corridor. Its metropolitan mission streamlines collaboration for industry.
The University of Nebraska Omaha is a comprehensive public research university serving a large metropolitan region, combining applied scholarship with workforce development. Co-located, industry-partnered facilities sit beside an adjacent innovation district, enabling internships, capstone collaborations, shared labs, and rapid prototyping. Proximity to a major academic medical center in Omaha supports translational studies and clinical collaborations. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Defense, alongside state and corporate sponsors. A dedicated technology transfer office and entrepreneurship resources provide IP strategy, licensing, and support for startup formation.