Four Unique Programs

OTC is comprised of four programs that collaboratively work to spur innovation and entrepreneurial activity in Connecticut: the Center for Science and Technology Commercialization (CSTC), the Technology Incubation Program (TIP), the UConn Research and Development Corporation and the UConn Tech-Knowledge Portal (TKP). These programs were formed as part of a strategy to provide the infrastructure needed to take university inventions from the laboratory to the marketplace. In addition, the TIP and the TKP support companies from outside the university that may benefit from university linkages and collaborations.

• The Tech-Knowledge Portal

  The U.S. Economic Development Administration funded University Center program provides an entry-point to UConn for industry. The Portal is helping to close the gap between discovery and commercialization by supporting companies and/or entrepreneurs interested in accessing UConn technology available for licensing through our tech transfer office, and by helping to integrate that technology into their plans. The Portal also works with existing companies that want to access UConn capabilities, build new business units, or launch new tech-based products.  » Learn More

• Centre for Science and Technology Commercialization

  The CSTC patents and licenses inventions from research done in biotechnology, materials, engineering and other fields of research conducted at UConn. The School of Engineering has very significant strengths in advanced materials and structures, such as nanocoatings, in electrical engineering, such as novel methods for chip manufacturing, and in chemical engineering, such as shape memory polymers. Technologies in transgenic plants, conductive polymers, catalysts, and microelectronics are currently available. » Learn More

• UConn Research & Development Corporation

  UConn R&D Corp creates new business startups based on innovative technologies developed by UConn faculty and staff. » Learn More

• The Technology Incubation Program

  The University of Connecticut Technology Incubation Program (TIP) aims to accelerate the success and viability of entrepreneurial companies by leveraging university technologies and facilities, and providing cost-effective business and research services, as well as access to the diverse and unique resources of a world-class university. TIP facilities total 10,000 sq.ft and are located at Storrs, UCHC and Avery Point campuses. » Learn More