UMass Innovation Institute (UMII)

 

UMII's mission is to serve as a bridge between UMass basic research and downstream technology development in partner industry organizations. Our goal is to facilitate academic-industry projects that go beyond fundamental research. We provide access to:

  • Faculty researchers who are interested in industry collaborations
  • UMass Amherst Core Facilities
  • Lab and office space and equipment
  • Innovation grants and venture capital
  • UMass students and grads for internships and recruitment opportunities
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Mount Ida campus path

  • An Open Door to UMass Amherst and Mt. Ida—As the single point of entry for the largest public research university campus in Massachusetts, UMII will help industry partners find what you need quickly and connect you with the right people. 

  • Meeting the Needs of Partners — UMII strives to be responsive, agile, flexible, and timely. We work hard to eliminate red tape, conflicts, and delays. We listen, work with our industry partners, and deliver value with business processes that meet your needs. 

Faculty Guide to Research Engagement with Industry
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Faculty Guide to Research Engagement with Industry

Industry Guide to Partnerships with UMass Researchers
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Industry Guide to Partnerships with UMass Researchers

Mount Ida Collaborative Workspace
Mt. Ida Campus

Mount Ida Collaborative Workspace

Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst

The UMass Amherst Mount Ida Campus located in Newton, MA is a hub for industry connections, connecting UMass Amherst faculty, students and staff with Boston-area companies who partner with the university on research collaborations and recruitment. The Mount Ida Campus Innovation and Collaboration Space (ICS), offers early-stage companies the opportunity to co-locate with UMass Amherst in Newton, facilitating access to Core Facilities and creating opportunities for formal or serendipitous collaboration with faculty.

“The ICS at Mount Ida has been a critical partner,” said Dr. SSR Kumar Challa, co-founder, president and chief scientific officer of Xheme. “In addition to lab and office space in Newton, we have access to world-class core facilities at the Institute for Applied Life Sciences in Amherst. The Cell Culture Core Facility helped to validate XMAs’ unique properties and commercial viability.”