Driving Discovery: UWM’s Latest Patent Innovations
From concept to creation, researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) are shaping the technologies of tomorrow.
In 2025, the UWM Research Foundation (UWMRF) filed four provisional patent applications—early steps that protect groundbreaking ideas and set the stage for future commercialization. These inventions span diverse fields and promise real-world impact:
Innovative Drug Design for Depression Treatment (OTT 1890)
Lead Inventor: Alexander (Leggy) Arnold, Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Developing new medications that target brain receptors using benzodiazepine-based molecules for more effective mental health therapies.
Smart Biosensors for Cleaner Water and Safer Agriculture (OTT 1883)
Lead Inventors: Rebecca Klaper and Eric Ostovich, School of Freshwater Sciences
Harnessing algae and machine learning to detect chemical contaminants and improve environmental safety.
Electronically Configurable EV Battery Pack with Built-In Diagnostics (OTT 1797)
Lead Inventor: Brian Armstrong, Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Designing a smart EV battery that’s adjustable and monitored for optimal performance.
Protective Coatings for Copper Surfaces (OTT 1871)
Lead Inventor: Pradeep Rohatgi, Distinguished Professor of Engineering
Making copper alloys tougher and more resistant to damage with advanced surface treatments.
Building on earlier breakthroughs, UWMRF filed sixteen additional patent applications this year, strengthening intellectual property protection and expanding global reach.
By protecting early-stage discoveries, UWM researchers unlock pathways to industry partnerships, commercialization, and large-scale impact. These patents showcase next-generation technologies, creating powerful opportunities for collaboration and investment.
Innovation starts here. Together, we lead the way—transforming ideas into solutions that shape industries and improve lives worldwide.
