Our Mission

The UWM Research Foundation (UWMRF) was formed to serve and support UW-Milwaukee faculty, students, and staff through the fostering of corporate research partnerships, igniting UWM-founded startups through programs, funding, and education; and leveraging our intellectual property expertise to further support innovation and partnering in the community and worldwide.

$60M
IN UWM RESEARCH EXPENDITURES
47
UWMRF LICENSE/OPTION AGREEMENTS
192
UWMRF ISSUED/ALLOWED PATENTS
Intellectual Property