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The University of Florida's Office of Technology Licensing is at the pulse-point of the region's high-tech start-up activity. It serves as a magnet for entrepreneurs and investors seeking new opportunities. Below are preselected technologies which we believe are positioned well for start-up company opportunities.

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• Novel Biodegradable Scaffolds for Cell Growth and Regeneration — UF ID: 11116

• Self-Assembly of Microscale Parts Using Integrated Micromagnets — UF ID: 11940

• Engineered Dendritic Cells for Improved Method of Treating Cancer — UF ID: 12105

• Functionalized Fullerenes for Energy Efficient Laser Ignition Applications — UF ID: 12317

• Efficient Electromagnetic Micropump for Small Devices — UF ID: 12368

• Breakthrough Cancer Drug that Improves Efficacy while Decreasing Side Effects — UF ID: 12433

• Selective Serotonin 5HT2 Receptor Modulating Compounds for the Treatment of Obesity, Addiction and Neuropsychiatric Disorders — UF ID: 12488

• Drug Discovery Tools for Treatment of Cancer by Regulation of Hypoxia — UF ID: 12563

• High-Resolution, Large-Scope, Panoramic, Screen-Based Simulation System — UF ID: 12580

• Natural Marine Compound for Treating Various Cancers

  (Information TBA, Contact Kathy Sohar, 352-846-1840, ksfl@ufl.edu)

• Mixed Virtual and Physical Reality Simulation for Advanced Training — UF ID: 12687

• Adjustable Device for Middle Ear Prosthesis Applications — UF ID: 12808

• Novel Stem-Cell Approach to Diagnose and Treat Prostate Cancer — UF ID: 12817

• Advanced Technology Membrane Reactors for Hydrogen Production — UF ID: 12830

• Unique Nanorod Design for Preventing Mammalian Cell Adhesion to Implanted Devices — UF ID: 12838

• Therapeutic Agents for the Prevention and Restoration of Bone Mass — UF ID: 12845

• Biodegradable Thermoplastic for Expedited Decomposition — UF ID: 13053

• Innovative Apparatus for the Implantation of Gastrointestinal Stents — UF ID: 13078

• Novel Suction Endoscope for Traversing the Small Intestine — UF ID: 13089

• Longer Lasting Heart Valve without Need for Anticoagulant Therapy — UF ID: 13172

• A Transparent, Solar-Powered Lighting Module With Integrated Energy Storage — UF ID: 13187

• Improved 3-D Delineation Algorithm for use with Multiple Medical Imaging Applications — UF ID: 13240

• Efficient, Cost-Effective Air Filtration System — UF ID: 13269

• Biocompatible Polymer Needle Coating for Improved Patient Safety — UF ID: 13272

• A Faster Device for Testing Soft Plastic Packages' Seals To Ensure Quality and Decrease Waste — UF ID: 13326

• Nanozymes for Treating Viral Infections and Cancer — UF ID: 13338

• Efficient Thin-Film Solar Cells that Convert More Sunlight into Usable Energy — UF ID: 13339

• Mixed Simulation for Medical Training — UF ID: 13392

• An Orthopedic Implant Safely Absorbed After the Body has Healed — UF ID: 13398

• Home Test Kit for Detecting Early-Stage Kidney Stone Formation — UF ID: 13413

• Processed Material to Aid Tissue and Organ Regeneration — UF ID: 13452

• System that Accurately Measures Aerosols and Gases from Same Airspace — UF ID: 13499

• Drug-Delivery System for Prevention and Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases Including Type 1 Diabetes — UF ID: 13603

• Ultrasound Probe and Needle Support Combined in One Medical Device — UF ID: 13787

• Multifunctional Smart Denture that Remotely Monitors Health — UF ID: 13812

• Catalyst for Manufacturing Conductive Polymers at Lower Cost — UF ID: 13916

• Emergency Brake that Prevents Runaway Semi-Trucks from Jackknifing — UF ID: 14103

• Precursor Molecules for Thin-Film Diffusion Barriers that Prevent Electrical Shorts in Integrated Circuits — UF ID: 14130

• Direct Methanol Fuel Cells for Increased Energy Capacity in Laptops and Other Mobile Electronics — UF ID: 14185

• Chemical Reactions for Producing Polyesters and Polyamides from Recycled and Naturally Occurring Starting Materials — UF ID: 14227

• Magnetic Nanoparticles and Microneedle Tip That Collect Biomarkers for Safe, Early-Stage Arthritis Diagnosis and Monitoring — UF ID: 14237

• Portable Device that Helps Stroke, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Patients Swallow and Cough Safely — UF ID: 14242

• Diagnostic for Early-Stage Alzheimerâ??s Disease that Tests for Loss of Smell in One Nostril — UF ID: 14254

• Software and Hardware for High-Precision Indoor Localization and Navigation of Mobile Devices — UF ID: 14439

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