
Resources For Faculty Innovators
Connecting Faculty with Funding, Industry Partnerships, and Innovation Support
The Office of Technology Partnerships (OTP) is committed to helping UCR faculty translate their research into real-world impact. Whether you need support securing funding, protecting intellectual property, or launching a startup, our team provides comprehensive resources and expert guidance.
We offer an integrated approach to:
- Funding Opportunities: Access grants, proof-of-concept funding, and venture capital investment to advance your research toward commercialization. Learn more by clicking here.
- Industry & Federal Partnerships: Secure sponsored research collaborations and federal SBIR/STTR funding ($150,000–$1,000,000+). Learn more by clicking here.
- Intellectual Property & Commercialization: Develop tailored IP strategies, file patents, and explore licensing opportunities. Learn more by clicking here.
- Entrepreneurial Education & Mentorship: Participate in hands-on programs like NSF I-Corps, INNOVAR, and Blackstone LaunchPad to refine your business ideas and connect with mentors. Learn more about our entrepreneurial education here. Learn more about our mentorship opportunities here.
Expert Support for Faculty Innovators
OTP’s team includes professionals with extensive experience in intellectual property, corporate R&D, and startup formation. Additionally, our 16 Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIRs)—successful entrepreneurs and executives—provide tailored mentorship to help bring your discoveries to market.
Explore available funding opportunities, mentorship programs, and commercialization pathways, or schedule a consultation with our team.
INNOVAR Entrepreneurial Workshop SPRING 2025
Dates and Time:
April 16th, 22nd, 29th
May 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
5:00 - 7:00 pm
and note that Spring 2025 classes will be held on Zoom, except for the first and last class.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5th, 2025 by 11:59 p.m.
Your Faculty Liaison
Brian Suh
Senior Executive Director
Technology Partnerships
951-827-5578
brian.suh@ucr.edu
Funding Opportunities for Faculty
We provide funding opportunities to validate your technology and bring it to commercialization.
External Funding Opportunities
Programs + Services
We provide you with an integrated approach to protect, validate and transfer intellectual property; secure industry collaborations and funded sponsorships; as well as obtain entrepreneurial education and start-up development support.