UA Integrated Venture Development

Commercializing the #innovations generated by our faculty, staff, and students. #rolltide #economicdevelopment #techtransfer

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Congratulations to the 2026 NSF Innovate UA Crimson Catalyst finalists!

Drs Kandelwal, Bara, Ramonell, Gong, Baker, Kim, Zhao, and Zhang will compete in the September 3rd pitch competition for seed funding for their projects.

#NSFFunded

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The NSF-JST Virtual Workshop on Embodied AI for Science will take place on 5/26 at 7pm ET and 5/28 at 7pm ET.

Access is limited to 60-80 total experts. Sign up today at the link in the comments below.

#EmbodiedAI #AIforScience #Robotics #CloudLabs #NSF #JST #SoftRobotics #HRI

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The University of Alabama, in collaboration with gener8tor and supported by NSF, is launching gBETA Innovate UA, a new startup accelerator designed to transform university research into scalable companies.

Apply or learn more: https://t.co/SZKp8870wq

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Applications for the NSF Innovate UA Crimson Catalyst Program are closing soon! Get the funding and mentorship you need to bridge the gap to commercial success.
Proposals for the 2026 cycle are due by April 15.

Apply now: https://t.co/A8jXYXRZMA

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The Crimson Catalyst Program is hosting a webinar tomorrow to help UA researchers navigate the proposal and pitch process for $10k–$25k in funding!

📅 March 25 🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM 📍 Virtual
Join here: https://t.co/A8jXYXRZMA

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We're bringing the gener8tor network to UA for an exclusive night of pitches and connections.

The Cube - 1003 HM Comer Hall
Tuesday, March 3
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Register here: https://t.co/lmFCGYAcuc

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The Crimson Catalyst Program is officially open for applications!

UA researchers are encouraged to apply by April 15th. More information can be found here: https://t.co/A8jXYXSxC8

The proposal template and submission portal can be found here: https://t.co/faZllt3bvd

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Are you passionate about bridging the gap between groundbreaking research and real-world impact? We are looking for leaders to help cultivate an entrepreneurial culture across campus. The Innovate UA Train-the-Trainer Program is now open for applications!

https://t.co/Rp9tcTouZz

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Join us for a discussion with Michael Boyle on Navigating Global Collaboration on February 19th 12-1pm CT in AIME 213 or via Zoom. Lunch will be provided to those who attend in person and register 2+ days in advance. Register today at the link below!

https://t.co/HSIq795Dka

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Register now for the 2nd Annual Growth and Innovation Leaders (GAIL) Summit on February 6.

In person (at the EDGE) and virtual options are available.

https://t.co/VYamdEL4mQ

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Turn your "what if" into a reality at Techstars Startup Weekend Tuscaloosa!

Build a team, create a prototype, and pitch to judges in just 54 hours. No business plan needed—just a spark of an idea!

📅 Jan 23-25 📍 The EDGE 🍔 Free food & swag

Register: https://t.co/41WEsy8jbG

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Want to take your research to market?

Join us Jan 27, 9AM CT at NERC 1012 or on Zoom for "Startup Pathways: Navigating the Leap from Lab to Market." Learn how to turn university IP into a venture with experts from AITC & SBDC.

Register on the InnovateUA Seminar Series webpage!

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The Integrated Venture Development (IVD) arm of The University of Alabama’s Office for Research and Economic Development (ORED), launched in October 2025, is dedicated to advancing the university's research enterprise from initial ideation to real-world impact.

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@UofAlabama Researchers have developed a compact, energy-efficient aeration system (Patent US11318432B2) using confined tube aspiration to enhance oxygen transfer in liquids. Game-changer for water treatment & #aquaculture!​ https://t.co/55vOPonAux
#WaterTech #Sustainability

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Researchers at @UofAlabama have developed an innovative power assistive device to easily ascend/descend stairs. A mobile platform, dual engagement mechanisms, and a motor for smooth movement enhances #Mobility and independence. https://t.co/2eez3lynx6 #AssistiveTech

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Researchers at @UofAlabama have developed a new doping process for CdTe solar cells using Group V elements like phosphorus, arsenic, and antimony. Improved efficiency; Reduced long-term degradation; Easy integration with existing processes. https://t.co/Rp7KdwR7kl #SolarEnergy

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Researchers @UofAlabama have developed an #innovative #smartphone app that predicts aerobic fitness by estimating #VO2max from a timed walk or run. The app automates these calculations making fitness monitoring more convenient and accessible. https://t.co/0U959ACQJp

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Researchers @UofAlabama have developed a groundbreaking spoke design for #electricmotors using #permanentmagnets and no rare-earth metals required: optimal arrangement of magnets along with perfect air gaps for maximum efficiency. https://t.co/LJsgZozzeh @bamaengineering

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Researchers @UofAlabama have developed an #assistive #torso #support #device that provides custom & compliant assistance for those with torso impairments, providing seated #posture #control #training & external support: https://t.co/NMaz4Vc69L @bamaengineering #Innovation