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Dec. 11, 2024

2025 IdeaFunding pitch competition now accepting applications

Abhijit Mahalanobis (standing on the left), in discussion with doctoral student Natnael Daba, sitting to his right.

Dec. 10, 2024

Two U of A innovators elected to the National Academy of Inventors

Nov. 19, 2024

Aspen publishing acquires full ownership of JD-Next Law School Preparation Program

Nov. 19, 2024

Tech Tuesday: Elise Erickson works to improve maternal care, mitigating postpartum blood loss

The iCRx team posing for a photo with their award.

University of Arizona eyecare startup wins top honor at Governor’s Celebration of Innovation

Nov. 14, 2024

Who are the top tech leaders in Arizona? On November 13, 2024, the Arizona Technology Council (AZTC) hosted its 21st annual awards gala celebrating the accomplishments of leaders and visionaries making the greatest contributions in the state.

Image of a healthcare provider with a patient in front of a mammography machine.

Clinical study confirms tissue stiffening in breast cancer can drive metastasis

Oct. 22, 2024

Researchers evaluated tissues for fibrosis using a University of Arizona invention that is the core technology for startup MeCo Diagnostics.

Pop-up market to bring entrepreneurial student creations to the community

Oct. 22, 2024

The latest Student-Made Pop-Up happened at the Lundgren Consumer Science Lab on October 25th. Read about it and stay tuned lots more opportunities to check out great products created by U of A students.

Photo & Video Gallery: Experiencing the I-Squared Expo & Awards

Sept. 26, 2024

On September 26, TLA hosted the 2024 I-Squared Awards and Expo, its annual event honoring the university’s top inventors and startups, and with those people and organizations throughout the innovation ecosystem that support the commercialization of U of A inventions. Check out and share the videos and photos!

A photograph of the engraved I-Squared awards.

From a Valley Fever vaccine to eyesight-enhancement for the legally blind, invention pushes the bounds of what’s possible at I-Squared

Sept. 18, 2024

Held on September 25, TLA's annual event honors the university’s top inventors and startups, along with those people and organizations throughout the innovation ecosystem that support the commercialization of U of A inventions.

Hong Hua with the eSight device she helped to invent.

Bayh-Dole Coalition Honors University of Arizona Professor for Inventing Groundbreaking Vision Correction Device

Sept. 4, 2024

Hong Hua, inventor and professor of optical sciences, has been featured in the Bayh-Dole Coalition's 2024 "Faces of American Innovation" report. The Coalition has recognized her for her development of a revolutionary vision correction device that helps many legally blind people to see.

Two students sitting at a table in the Catalyst Center.

University of Arizona Launches Student-Made Arizona: A student-run platform for student creators

Aug. 26, 2024

The University of Arizona and TLA are bolstering student innovation and creativity with the launch of Student-Made Arizona, a new online marketplace that will showcase and sell products and services created by U of A students. Check it out!

A group shot of the entire NeuroID team in front of a wooden barn.

U of A startup NeuroID acquired by Experian

Aug. 22, 2024

Startup NeuroID has been acquired by global credit firm Experian. NeuroID’s unique anti-fraud technology, developed by researchers at the Eller College of Management, will positively impact Experian, allowing the firm to further mitigate fraud risk and better serve its clients.

A photo of a mountain bike on a dusty road riding behind an SUV, taken from the bike rider's perspective.

Pursuit of a Valley fever vaccine passes significant milestone

Aug. 6, 2024

University of Arizona startup Anivive was recently awarded a contract by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for up to $33 million in funding to adapt its canine vaccine candidate for humans.

Professor Arun Dhar, the inventor behind the startup AQVac, in the Aquaculture Pathology Lab.

U of A had record number of inventions in FY24

July 29, 2024

Having registered a record-breaking 307 inventions for the year, Tech Launch Arizona looks ahead to continued growth and a strong commercialization pipeline for fiscal year 2025.

Student entrepreneur Sara Sheikhlary discusses her pitch with professor and BIO5 Institute director Jennifer Barton at Student Startup Demo Day, June 27, 2024.

U of A innovation powerhouses merge to boost Arizona impact

July 25, 2024

Tech Launch Arizona has incorporated the resources and programming previously managed by Arizona FORGE. The office – having launched over 140 startups – will now be the new hub for student entrepreneurs to get hands-on experience, mentorship, and more.

Faculty Innovation Ambassador orientation day at Tech Launch Arizona.

Program launches to engage faculty leaders and increase impact from innovative research

May 24, 2024

The Faculty Innovation Ambassadors Program is designed to improve access to information and assistance related to innovation, inventorship, and entrepreneurship, positioning an experienced Faculty Innovation Ambassador or “FIA” in key colleges across campus to help with and promote commercialization activity.