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 startupsBranch Therapeutics, Inc.
https://branch-tx.com/Branch Therapeutics is developing first-in-class oral therapies for colorectal cancer.
Micro-Hybrid
https://www.microhybrid.com/en/Micro-Hybrid infrared technology & sales center. We deliver IR emitters and detectors, NDIR gas sensors for CO2 and other gases according to customer demands.
Cytoart, Inc.
https://cytoart.com/Cytoart is a biotech company that provides accurate and convenient detection solutions of CAR T-Cell development, quality control and clinical monitoring.
LifeSpan Digital Services
https://lifespandh1.com/LifeSpan Digital Health is using predictive AI/ML and wearable technology to identify doctors and nurses at risk for burnout before symptoms appear
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.
Alio IT
https://www.alioit.com/Alio IT is turning ideas into reality by focusing talent and energy to ensure quality products. Let them be part of the magic in transforming your ideas into digital solutions!
Stratus
http://www.stratusaero.usStratus is building FlightSABER, an aerial laser system for controlling difficult-to-access vegetation from light aircraft up to 2 miles away without hurting people, animals, vehicles, structures, other crops, or the environment.
Emagine Solutions Technology
Both the University of Arizona Center for Innovation and UA Tech Park have assisted in moving our company forward by providing access to experts in the field, including mentors and business experts that have helped us understand how to overcome obstacles as entrepreneurs and to be able to push our ideas and innovations forward into the marketplace.
- Courtney Williams, CEO & Co-founder
TheraCea
UACI is providing fabulous support to startup companies by connecting them to the resources of the University of Arizona and the Tucson Community. The new facility in Oro Valley is located in an area where some of the most valuable bioindustry leaders in the State of Arizona are located, which provides the companies the opportunity to connect to those businesses for a successful launch and expansion. TheraCea team is very excited to be able to use the laboratory and office space to advance their technical work, business mentorship and commercialization programs to move the company to the market.
- Iman Daryaei, Chief Executive Officer
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