Patent and License Insights, Business Support, Entrepreneurial Training, Partnerships and More!

Yes, We Can Help You

Need access to a specific technology or business expertise but not sure where to find it? We can connect you. Have intellectual property questions or want to collaborate with UI faculty researchers? We can help.

Perhaps you need space or technical support to get a fledgling business going? Or you're already a thriving small business and you need larger accommodations and advice on how to manage your growth? We can guide you.

You may already have fruitful connections to a particular UI college or department and you want to widen your network. We can assist you.

Here's a quick look at some of the assistance we can provide:

Patent and Licensing Help

The University of Iowa Research Foundation offers a host of support services including assistance in the areas of licenses, patents, inventions, and intellectual property.

Business Support

Contact the Small Business Development Center, the University of Iowa Research Park, or the Technology Innovation Center.

Entrepreneurial Expertise

Contact the University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center to find out more about everything from entrepreneurial mentors to classes and workshops and angel investors. 

Lee Groeschl                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Associate Director of Economic Development

Iowa Centers for Enterprise
319-335-4549
lee-groeschl@uiowa.edu

To find out more about other funding sources, contact the IOWA Centers for Enterprise at: 319-335-3999 or email us at enterprise-centers@uiowa.edu