University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is a comprehensive public research university in the state’s largest metro, pairing broad academic breadth with an applied, urban mission. Industry engages through an innovation campus and research park that co-locate university labs with startups and corporate teams, plus shared-use core facilities. Its location puts partners near a major regional medical center and within a leading freshwater and advanced manufacturing cluster, enabling pilots, internships, and joint development. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as NSF, NIH, and DOE. A dedicated technology transfer office and affiliated foundation manage IP, licensing, corporate agreements, and seed funding to accelerate commercialization.