…infinite electricity.
…an ever-renewing supply of water.
…fewer forest fires and floods.
…solving the mysteries of the brain, learning and memory.
…living a longer, happier life.
Innovation that Shapes our Future
UC Irvine researchers are working on what matters to all of us.
We have pioneered an interdisciplinary approach like no other, and our model of extreme collaboration puts us ahead of the curve. With your partnership, we can reach the world in record time with exponential advances in science, medicine and innovation.
Together, let’s help change the world.
Nobel Laureates
Inventions and more than 1,100 U.S. patents issued since 1986
Leading research universities elected into the prestigious Association of American Universities
Nobel Laureates
Inventions and more than 1,100 U.S. patents issued since 1986
Leading research universities elected into the prestigious Association of American Universities
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Enable collaborative team research by creating next-generation, integrated research spaces that cross school boundaries.
Expand UC Irvine’s knowledge and expertise through the recruitment and retention of established and rising star researchers.
Ensure that UC Irvine discoveries – medical devices, improvements in air quality, etc. – are cultivated and rapidly delivered to the marketplace.
Contribute to innovative business development and workforce preparation within the regional innovation ecosystem.
