Research Institute

Technology Transfer and Services



The BGSU Research Institute is a nonprofit corporation that supports faculty members, staff members, and students in commercializing intellectual property developed at the University. The Research Institute functions to:

  • Capitalize on the statewide initiative to stimulate the economy with scholarly achievements—especially in science and technology.
  • Promote innovation and stimulate an entrepreneurial culture on campus.
  • Offer opportunities to faculty, staff and students opportunities increase the public impact of their scholarship and to participate in any revenue generated through commercialization.
  • Align with the University’s initiative on engagement.
  • Provide new technology that benefits the public.
Research Institute