Connecting entrepreneurs with the people, programming and places they need to move ideas from concept to market.
You will have the advantage of hands-on support from people who have a track record of success. We support early-stage technology companies at any stage of development.
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You will work side by side with other technology entrepreneurs in a fast-moving, collaborative and creative environment. You will have the advantage of hands-on support from people who have a track record of success.
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For entrepreneurs, taking a great idea or invention from concept to market can feel overwhelming. Success requires the right guidance, equipment and support; and there are several pathways forward. Business incubators can provide the necessary support to foster innovation and the University of Arizona Center for Innovation is Arizona's leading incubator with nearly two decades of successful outcomes.
Uaci startups
We support early-stage technology companies at any stage of development. Companies that gain the most benefit from our program are generally in the start-up or emerging phase of their business development.
We are proud to work with several promising technology companies, including:
Visit uaci startupsUS Air Tech
http://usairtechcorp.com/USAT develops cost-effective Satcom technologies that enable and promote “global connectivity," servicing the planet including remote/inaccessible areas and disadvantaged communities.
Bondtek
https://bondtek.net/Bondtek is a MOSFET-focused OSAT startup providing assembly, test, and NPI support for power semiconductor customers in North America.
Branch Therapeutics, Inc.
https://branch-tx.com/Branch Therapeutics is developing first-in-class oral therapies for colorectal cancer.
Global Ed Solutions
https://www.globaledsolutions.us/GlobalEd Solutions is an education technology company that focuses on sustainable teacher employment and retention, connecting academic institutions to highly qualified teaching professionals around the world to drive quality education.
Legion Platforms
https://legionplatforms.com/Web-based company creating 3D online games that are accessible to users with slow computers and poor internet.
Darya Pharma
https://www.daryapharma.com/Full-Stack, U.S.-Based Preclinical Radiopharmaceutical Development and Evaluation
NanoSieve Inc.
https://nanosieve.co/NanoSieve provides disruptive and proprietary gas safety technology that goes beyond gas detection to protect lives and infrastructure from flammable and toxic gases.
ZelosDx, Inc.
https://zelosdx.com/At ZelosDx our mission is to provide novel blood testing tools that accelerate breakthrough discoveries in the development of effective treatments for brain disease and health.
Cell Medics
https://www.cellmedics.net/CellMedics, Inc. is a privately held specialty biopharmaceutical company with multiple composition of matter patents for topical, transdermal and ocular drug delivery systems.
Paramium
Paramium is a "people-first" company. People are at the center of innovation and Paramium values the unique minds of our workforce,” said Roslyn Norman, Principal Investigator. “With federal and local support, we plan to commercialize our patented technology, grow our business and bring more jobs to the Tucson community. UACI has been a fantastic partner supporting us with people, programming and a unique place to help our business succeed.
- Roslyn Norman, Principal Investigator
Auxilium Technology Group
Great mentors, continued support, amazing facilities and environment. The perfect bridge from idea to execution.
- Abraham Jalbout, CEO
Physis Biotechnologies L.L.C
Starting a business in science is complicated. It involves a lot of moving targets: funding, research, a good scientific team, vision, passion and commitment to see your vision through. UACI has been a valuable asset that has provided me with a realistic snapshot of where I am now and what its going to take to build a successful company. They've provided me with landmarks and a compass in helping me achieve my business goals. I'm really grateful to be a part of this organization and for the direction they've provided.
- Angela Chukly, CEO