UWMRF – UWM Research Foundation

06/18/2025

With decades of experience in industrial power conversion and leadership in engineering, Bill Weber now serves as a vital bridge between UWM and industry. Through initiatives like the GRAPES (GRid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems) consortium and expanded testing facilities, he helps companies accelerate innovation, solve...

11 New UWM Patent Applications: A Glimpse Into Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs

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For Researchers, News

12/12/2024

UWM researchers are not just imagining the future—they're inventing it. In 2024, the UWM Research Foundation filed 11 provisional patent applications, highlighting the groundbreaking work emerging from our labs. These patents represent a diverse range of technologies, including novel cancer treatments, water disinfection, and aerospace...

UWM Startups Receive Funds to Bridge Early Funding Gaps

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For Researchers, For Startups, Funding, UWMRF Events

11/05/2024

The UWM Research Foundation launched the Bridge Grant in 2021 to help UWMRF startups bridge early funding gaps and attract further investments. With the help of a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Capital Catalyst grant and generous donors who matched the funds, including Bader Philanthropies, Clarios,...

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For Researchers, For Startups, UWMRF Events

10/28/2024

Panther Partner Spotlight: Feng Guo: Powering the Future

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For Researchers, For Startups

09/23/2024

ENGAGE Mentor Spotlight: Senthil Ramachandran

UWM Scientists Receive $250,000 for Groundbreaking Research

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For Researchers, For Startups, Funding, UWMRF Events

08/23/2024

The Catalyst Grant Program has provided $6 million, supporting 114 projects that resulted in 66 issued patents, 50 pending patents, 30 license agreements, and over $40.7 million in follow-on investments. This support has also launched 18 UWM startups. Catalyst projects have achieved nearly a seven-fold...

Panther Partner Spotlight Rani ElHajjar: Championing Integrity & Reliability of Composites

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Engineering, For Industry, News, Partnerships

07/16/2024

UWMRF interviews Rani ElHajjar, Associate Professor in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (Civil and Environmental Engineering)....

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For Researchers, For Startups

06/19/2024

ENGAGE Mentor Spotlight: Sunil Sharma

UWM Innovators Receive Awards at Annual Partners’ Reception

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For Researchers, For Startups, Funding, UWMRF Events

06/19/2024

The people behind UWM innovations spanning research tools, water sensors, batteries, and more were recognized at the UWM Research Foundation Partners’ Reception earlier this month. This annual event celebrates faculty, students, and entrepreneurs who have secured patents, forged partnerships, licensed innovations, and ignited startups. Over...

Early-Stage Innovations Shine at the 16th Annual First Look Forum

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For Researchers, For Startups, UWMRF Events

05/22/2024

by Brian Walsh A new treatment for faster bone healing, an aroma-based disbursement device for large-scale applications, and a novel approach to reduce aging in electronics – these are just some of the patent-pending innovations presented at the 16th Annual First Look Forum at the WE...

Panther Partner Spotlight: Bill Weber – Advancing Power Tech Through Industry Collaboration

11 New UWM Patent Applications: A Glimpse Into Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs

UWM Startups Receive Funds to Bridge Early Funding Gaps

Panther Partner Spotlight: Feng Guo: Powering the Future

ENGAGE Mentor Spotlight: Senthil Ramachandran

UWM Scientists Receive $250,000 for Groundbreaking Research

Panther Partner Spotlight Rani ElHajjar: Championing Integrity & Reliability of Composites

ENGAGE Mentor Spotlight: Sunil Sharma

UWM Innovators Receive Awards at Annual Partners’ Reception

Early-Stage Innovations Shine at the 16th Annual First Look Forum

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