University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

UT Southwestern Medical Center is a leading academic medical center within the University of Texas System, combining biomedical research, education, and a major clinical enterprise in Dallas. Co-located hospitals and outpatient networks provide direct access to clinicians, diverse patient populations, and real‑world data, enabling rapid design and execution of clinical studies. Companies engage through on‑campus incubator space, shared core facilities, and collaboration models that range from sponsored research to multi‑site trials. Research is supported primarily by NIH, with additional competitive federal awards from other national agencies. A dedicated technology transfer office streamlines IP protection, licensing, and startup formation to accelerate commercialization.