Chapter 9 highlights
Research & Technology Transfer
Translating Discoveries into Real-World Impact
Excellence in research and scholarly activity is a central tenet of the University of Michigan’s mission. These activities have the power to expand knowledge, increase our understanding of the world, improve lives, and contribute to the common good. The broad scope, overall size, and emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches throughout the institution contribute to its standing as one of the world’s leading universities.
Research Innovation
Since Fiscal Year 2016, U-M researchers have reported 5,183 inventions, have engaged in 2,539 licensing agreements, and have been issued 2,374 U.S. patents.
research volume
U-M ranks second among U.S. public universities, and fourth among all U.S. universities on research expenditures.
Research expenditures
$2.04B
in expenditures in FY2024 funding critical, life-saving research
Start-up companies
Licensing revenues