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Polsky Technology Commercialization
Also known as: Polsky Tech Transfer, Polsky Technology Ventures
University of Chicago · Chicago, Illinois
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- No equity required
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Rolling
Institution Wide
Last activity
2026-07-13
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Polsky Technology Commercialization
The central technology transfer office at UChicago, managing all IP disclosure, patenting, licensing, and startup formation activity. FY2025 results include 238 disclosures, $35.4M in licensing revenue, and 103 patents.
Key Details
- FY2025: 238 disclosures, $35.4M licensing revenue, 103 patents
- ~160 technologies available for licensing
- Manages UCGo! Startup License (streamlined startup licensing)
- Life Sciences Launchpad program
- Polsky Commercialization Fellowship
- Science and Technology Associates Program
- Part of the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- 650+ alumni companies, approximately $1B raised annually
Notable Winners / Outcomes
- FY2025 licensing revenue: $35.4M
- 103 patents issued in FY2025
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News articles and official sources documenting Polsky Technology Commercialization at University of Chicago.
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Polsky Center Technology Commercialization and Tech Transfer
University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Polsky Center Technology Commercialization and Tech Transfer
The Polsky Center serves as the official technology transfer office for the University of Chicago, managing patent protection, licensing, industry partnerships, and new venture formation from faculty research.
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