Office of Strategic Partnerships, Innovation, Resources, and Engagement
Driving innovation to grow º£½ÇÉçÇø’s economy.
Umaine is…
…the R&D lab for all º£½ÇÉçÇø companies. Our office links businesses and communities to university experts and first-class facilities to solve problems and innovate º£½ÇÉçÇø’s future.
…the state’s hub for bringing research to the real world. Our office works with students, faculty and staff, as well as startups and established organizations, to commercialize innovations that move º£½ÇÉçÇø (and the world) forward.
…fundamental to º£½ÇÉçÇø’s economic, workforce and community development. Our office is the front door to Uº£½ÇÉçÇø resources and expertise and we build strategic partnerships between public- and private-sector groups and individuals to advance prosperity in our state.
º£½ÇÉçÇø’s Forest Economy Accelerator
Companies introducing new forest-related products and services can work with Uº£½ÇÉçÇø to access technical expertise and equipment, receive customized support and mentoring to build out business partnerships, and connect with student talent.
umaine showcase days
A free opportunity for business leaders to connect directly with Uº£½ÇÉçÇø experts, researchers, and industry partners to find collaboration opportunities!
Innovate for º£½ÇÉçÇø
Connecting the most passionate and curious º£½ÇÉçÇø college students with innovative º£½ÇÉçÇø companies for a summer internship experience.
Questions?
Email inspire@maine.edu.