Rethink Tomorrow
UC San Diego is globally recognized as an innovation leader driving social and economic prosperity. Together with our campus partners, the Office of Innovation and Commercialization (OIC) aligns resources to encourage and support an innovative community comprised of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community advocates.
Our mission is to accelerate the commercialization of UC San Diego innovations and contribute to a sustainable society. We seek to empower a diverse entrepreneurial culture on campus and continue to strengthen our world-class, dynamic innovation ecosystem.
With more than thirty staff members to support a vibrant innovation ecosystem and manage the commercialization of inventions, we have the knowledge and expertise to bring your innovation, research or business to that next level of growth.
How Can We Help?
Begin your startup journey
No matter what phase you're in, find out what it takes to move an idea for a new business or product all the way through to a thriving enterprise.
Disclose & Patent
Our experienced team will guide you through the process of taking your innovation to the commercial marketplace.
License Our Technologies
Find the right technology to power your business. University of California has over 3,500 technologies available for commercial licensing.
Who we are
Meet our talented and experienced staff members who are working to make UCSD a world-class innovation destination.
Meet our teamOur core values
We believe innovation means bringing together diverse perspectives to craft original solutions that positively impact our world.
What we believe
Want Startup Stories and More?
Check out more startup stories and the impact UC San Diego makes on our innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Visit Us
Come find the Office of Innovation and Commercialization right here on campus at the Entrepreneurship Center at the Design and Innovation Building.
Support Us
Make a donation or volunteer to help with our unique events and programs that foster a successful innovative community in San Diego.
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