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 startupsBondtek
https://bondtek.net/Bondtek is a MOSFET-focused OSAT startup providing assembly, test, and NPI support for power semiconductor customers in North America.
Chariot Command
https://chariotcommand.com/Chariot Command determines the mechanical health of your equipment with their unique camera technology to help save you time and money.
Hipokratiz
https://www.hipokratiz.com/Hipokratiz builds healthcare software products and services aimed at eliminating various systems and human inefficiencies to make healthcare more accessible, available & useful.
Pentakt Compliance Solutions
https://pentakt.com/We help businesses achieve CMMC compliance and certification within the Defense Industrial Base.
TG Recycling
https://www.tg-companies.com/TG Recycling is a tech startup with innovative technologies to recover valuable and toxic metals from renewable energy wastes including solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles.
Sylvan Source
https://www.sylvansource.com/Sylvan Source provides industrial-municipal water treatment plants and thermal energy recovery systems with superior energy efficiency, fewer points of failure, and up to 50% lower CapEx and OpEx.
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.
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
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
Valley Fever Solutions
UACI is the heart of innovation in Tucson. We have had a close affinity with UACI for more than a decade, we are thrilled to be part of the incubator with all of its resources, advisors, fellow entrepreneurs, and lab facilities for us to grow into.
- David Larwood, CEO