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Innovation UBC works with UBC's researchers to support and accelerate the translation of their research into real-world impacts.
There are many pathways to generating social, health, environmental and economic benefits from the outstanding research at UBC. Collaborations between researchers and industry, government and non-profit organizations can power the translation of research discoveries into the next generation of products, treatments, services, applications and technologies for the benefit of local and global communities.
With our robust suite of services, our team of experts, guided by our Advisory Council, will work with you on the best approaches that will enable you to propel your vision from idea to impact.
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Latest Announcements & Stories
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August 31, 2026Apply for Venture Founder Spring 2027 — Innovation UBC's 16-Week Entrepreneurship Program
Have a discovery to commercialize or a startup idea you're ready to build? Applications for our Spring 2027 cohort are now open until October 11.
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August 31, 2026UBC reaches milestone with over 300 spin-offs with latest cohort of 15 companies
UBC has officially launched 302 spin-off companies that have raised more than $11B in capital, created over 2.8K jobs, and generated an estimated $13B in revenue, with Innovation UBC's Inventions & Licensing team finalizing the licensing agreements for 15 new ventures in 2026.
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August 31, 2026Change the chemistry, and everything changes: UBC researchers pioneering a new era of diagnostics
UBC researchers are developing a new class of Canadian-made technology that shrinks an entire diagnostic laboratory onto a biosensor chip, a device small enough to operate in a clinic, a field backpack, or keep in a drawer at home.
Latest Events
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November 5, 2026UBC Life Sciences Day: From Breakthrough Research to Global Impact
Connect with UBC researchers, discover emerging technologies, and explore partnership opportunities across the life sciences ecosystem.
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November 19, 2026Women Founders Meetup at UBC Robson Square | November
Our Women Founders Meetup connects our venture community with a wider ecosystem of women and non-binary founders, executives, leaders, and mentors.
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October 22, 2026Women Founders Meetup at UBC Robson Square | October
Our Women Founders Meetup connects our venture community with a wider ecosystem of women and non-binary founders, executives, leaders, and mentors.
