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UTA Offices That Support Innovation

UTA Office of Research and Innovation plays a central role in advancing UTA's research initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation. It provides resources for faculty, staff, and students to conduct research and supports the commercialization of research outcomes.

The Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology Development fosters a vibrant and supportive atmosphere for our students, scholars and researchers as they drive to innovate, commercialize new technologies, and pioneer new companies that will impact our North Texas communities and the global economy for decades into the future.

The National Academy of Inventors is a membership organization that includes U.S. and international universities, government agencies, and nonprofit research institutes.

The Shimadzu Institute for Research Technologies provides cutting-edge equipment and research services for UTA and external collaborators. It supports innovation by offering state-of-the-art facilities for research in areas such as materials science, bioengineering, and chemistry.

The UTA FabLab is an interdisciplinary space that provides students and faculty with access to advanced tools and technologies to prototype and create new products. It plays a key role in supporting innovation through hands-on experimentation and creation.

Institute for Predictive Performance Methodologies, focused on advanced materials and manufacturing technologies, the IPPM supports innovation in materials science and engineering. It collaborates with industry and government partners to advance new technologies and research.

 

Most Important Institutions Fostering Innovation in North Texas

The Texas Research Alliance (TRA) is a collaborative initiative between North Texas universities and industries, promoting research commercialization and fostering public-private partnerships. It helps bridge academic research and industry needs to advance innovation.

TechFW is a Fort Worth-based business incubator that supports entrepreneurs in launching technology startups. They provide mentorship, resources, and access to investors, helping innovators turn their ideas into successful businesses.

Dallas Innovates highlights innovation in Dallas and the surrounding region, showcasing the latest trends in technology, startups, and entrepreneurship. Dallas Innovates connects innovators with resources and opportunities for collaboration.

The Dallas Regional Chamber supports economic growth and innovation by fostering connections between businesses, educational institutions, and government bodies. They play a role in attracting technology companies and supporting entrepreneurship.

Capital Factory is an accelerator and coworking space that connects Texas startups with investors, mentors, and customers. Their Dallas location focuses on high-growth startups in sectors like software, medical devices, and energy.

The DEC Network provides support to entrepreneurs and small business owners through mentorship, networking, and access to capital. It fosters innovation through its programs aimed at helping startups grow and succeed.

A healthcare-focused startup accelerator, Health Wildcatters helps entrepreneurs in the medical field by providing funding, mentorship, and access to industry experts. It is a key player in advancing health innovation in North Texas.

UT Southwestern Research is a leader in medical research and innovation, particularly in biomedicine and health technologies. Its innovations in medical treatments and technologies make it a critical institution for health-related innovation in the region.