University of South Florida

A comprehensive public research university with multiple campuses across the Tampa Bay region, USF combines scale with an applied, partnership‑driven culture. A research and technology park anchors co‑located corporate R&D, startups, and shared facilities that enable prototyping and testing. USF Health’s connection to a major hospital system and nearby specialty clinics supports clinical studies, device validation, and translational collaborations. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as NIH, NSF, and DoD. A dedicated technology transfer office and research foundation manage IP, licensing, industry agreements, and venture creation, with incubator and accelerator resources in the park.