Scientific Impact Research and Practice

Translating Research and Applied Science to Real-World Impact

With groundbreaking ventures in bioengineering and applied science, we accelerate translational research to quickly turn ideas into solutions.

The University of Oregon is focused on turning research and scientific discoveries into real-world solutions and commercial ventures. We move beyond the bench and apply our scientific breakthroughs to create impacts on health, medicine, and society.

The Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is a world-class hub for innovation where biomedical engineers and applied science researchers can rapidly translate their ideas into novel applications. Founded in 2023, Launch Oregon provides capital and expertise for entrepreneurs to take their concepts to market. The College of Arts and Sciences has a strong history of driving high-impact research to support curiosity and discovery.

Through this ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship, the UO is a top destination for translating research into impact without the limits of traditional academic silos. 

Paul Kempler examines scanning electron microscope images

Leading Research in Materials Science

a scientist positions a sensor on a model of a knee joint

From Concept to Market

From medical devices to waterproof coatings, we turn bold ideas into real-world technologies that advance medicine and society.

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Translational Research and Applied Learning

With innovative scientific programs and degrees, our biomedical engineers and applied scientists turn bold ideas into novel applications.

Bioengineers drive translational research at the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact.
Through research at the College of Arts and Sciences, we create high-impact science and train applied scientists.
We bring innovators and investors together to move ideas from the bench and commercialize research.

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