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Four UWM Startups Earn Strategic Funding to Advance Technologies

Bridge Grant Program, Engineering, For Industry, For Researchers, For Startups, Funding, Healthcare, Innovations, Startups

07/22/2025

Since 2021, the UWMRF Bridge Grant Program has helped high-potential startups overcome early funding gaps—and accelerate toward growth. Thanks to community partners, we've awarded $550,000 across 14 startups, fueling innovation across sectors. The results speak for themselves: Our first 10 grantees have already secured $18M...

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

For Industry, For Researchers, For Startups, Innovations, News, Partners Spotlight

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

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

Bridge Grant Program, 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,...

Panther Partner Spotlight: Feng Guo — Powering the Future

Engineering, For Industry, For Researchers, For Startups, UWMRF Events

10/28/2024

What if the same technology driving electric cars could transform airplanes and massive mining trucks? Dr. Feng Guo’s research in power electronics is making that a reality. Whether it’s creating ultra-efficient motor drives or reducing carbon emissions with efficient, compact and intelligent power converters, his...

Mentor Spotlight: Senthil Ramachandran — From Code to Capital

ENGAGE Mentor Program, For Researchers, For Startups

09/23/2024

Senthil Ramachandran is experienced in venture capital, software product design and development, hiring, and more. He co-founded and is currently Chief Technology Officer of Sprint1, a Milwaukee area venture studio that helps early-stage startups build and scale their software and engineering teams. Prior to that,...

UWM Scientists Receive $250,000 for Groundbreaking Research

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...

Mentor Spotlight: Sunil Sharma

ENGAGE Mentor Program, For Researchers, For Startups

06/19/2024

In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, Sunil Sharma utilizes his diverse expertise and steadfast dedication to mentorship to empower aspiring innovators on their journey to success. With a career defined by versatility, resilience, and a profound commitment to problem-solving, Sharma embodies the transformative capacity of...

UWM Innovators Receive Awards at Annual Partners’ Reception

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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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...