Indiana University innovations transform society through the commercialization process. In 2018, IU received 38 patents from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, ranking 63rd in the "Top 100 Worldwide Universities Granted U.S. Utility Patents 2018" report. Since 1997, IU research has generated nearly 3,200 inventions resulting in more than 4,800 global patent applications—important innovations that improve the economic strength of our state and the quality of life for all.
Moving research discoveries to the public
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Kelley School initiative sparks ideas from around world to address problems from coronavirus
The "Idea Sprint Weekend" led to initiatives to address issues such as the surgical masks shortage, grocery stockouts and displaced workers.
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Kelley School provides free access to journal and podcast to help businesses during coronavirus
The Kelley School is responding to the needs of the business community during the novel coronavirus crisis by providing free access to useful information.
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Indiana University provides free Wi-Fi access in response to COVID-19 crisis
The free, high-speed Wi-Fi is available to IU students, faculty and staff and the general public who have little or no internet access.
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New toolkit helps rural communities increase desirable housing options
The toolkit includes data resources, a step-by-step planning guide, and customizable interactive tax models and worksheets.
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Indiana cities to develop climate action plans in partnership with IU
The Resilience Cohort program matches communities with the tools, training and expertise to measure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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High-tech sports analytics company founded by IU student shines in competition
Blueprint Stats, founded by junior Hunter Hawley, won second place in a competition organized by the Bloomington Economic Development Corp.
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Dedicated technology, engineering space created for collaboration between NSWC Crane, IU
Researchers from both institutions will work side by side in the refurbished Multidisciplinary Engineering and Sciences Hall.
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Simran Trana appointed associate vice president of Innovation and Commercialization Office
The IU Innovation and Commercialization Office commercializes technology coming from IU research discoveries.
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Learn about a recent food conference, cooking demonstrations, prescription services at IU Health Center Pharmacy and more.
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Application deadline set for April 15 for Translational Research Pilot Grant program
IU Bloomington researchers can submit proof-of-concept projects to be considered for grants up to $25,000.