What We Are Seeing
Universities leaned into disruption this year by clearing barriers, rethinking faculty development, and strengthening regions
Distinct Roles, Shared Impact
UIDP and UI Collab share one mission: advancing collaboration across academia, industry, and government.
The Rise of the University Chief Innovation Officer
UI Collab, in partnership with Gardner Innovation Search Partners and Higher Talent, works with leading organizations across academia, industry, and government offering executive search services and recruitment for roles that support research, innovation, and university–industry collaboration. The University of Iowa, MIT, Stony Brook University, Penn State, Rice University, the University of Miami, UNC’s Innovate Carolina, UC-Irvine […]
Choosing the Right Research Partner
Successful research collaborations thrive when built on preparation, data-driven partner selection, alignment with government priorities, and trust that leads to impactful, high-visibility outcomes.
Things are Changing
Amid constant change, strong university–industry research partnerships thrive when they focus on five essentials: people, purpose, plan, proposal, and progress.
Powering YOUR Partnerships
UI Collab remains committed to empowering institutions with the tools and insights needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving R&D environment.
How Will University Innovation Hubs Shape the Future of Work?
Against a backdrop of evolving technologies such as AI, robotics, virtual reality, and collaboration tools, innovation hubs are critical for addressing workforce needs and creating ecosystems of innovation that drive economic vibrancy.
From Tech Transfer to Innovation Management: A Conversation with Paul J. Corson
UI Collab, in partnership with Gardner Innovation Search Partners and Higher Talent, works with leading organizations across academia, industry, and government offering executive search services and recruitment for roles that support research, innovation, and university–industry collaboration. Universities have long been engines of discovery, but in today’s rapidly shifting global landscape, the way they move innovation from lab to […]
What is the Secret to Success for Funding Complex Research Projects? Meet the Logic Model
As former research agency leaders with decades of experience in planning and evaluating investments in research, we have something to tell you. If you have any hope of preparing a winning proposal, you are going to need a way to simplify, organize, and communicate your ideas.
Encouraging Faculty to Engage with Industry: When Federal Research Funding is Less Certain
Recent interruptions in U.S. government funding emphasize the importance of strong university-industry research collaborations. With federal funding becoming less predictable, faculty researchers—especially those accustomed to traditional grants—can benefit from institutional support to engage more effectively with industry.