Partnerships & Collaborations

UC San Diego’s Office of Innovation and Commercialization (OIC) forges strategic partnerships and collaborations that accelerate the translation of groundbreaking research into real-world impact. Through initiatives such as the Poseidon Innovation collaboration with Deerfield Management, the Autobahn Labs collaboration, and IPGaia, OIC connects UC San Diego researchers with dedicated funding, therapeutic development expertise, and global industry networks. The office also supports innovation recognition through programs like the National Academy of Inventors and fosters long-term corporate engagement through the Premiere Innovation Partnership. Together, these efforts reflect OIC’s commitment to advancing innovation through collaboration.