Office of Strategic Partnerships, Innovation, Resources, and Engagement
Driving innovation to grow 91µ¼º½’s economy.
Umaine is…
…the R&D lab for all 91µ¼º½ companies. Our office links businesses and communities to university experts and first-class facilities to solve problems and innovate 91µ¼º½â€™s future.
…the state’s hub for bringing research to the real world. Our office works with students, faculty and staff, as well as startups and established organizations, to commercialize innovations that move 91µ¼º½ (and the world) forward.
…fundamental to 91µ¼º½â€™s economic, workforce and community development. Our office is the front door to U91µ¼º½ resources and expertise and we build strategic partnerships between public- and private-sector groups and individuals to advance prosperity in our state.
91µ¼º½’s Forest Economy Accelerator
Companies introducing new forest-related products and services can work with U91µ¼º½ to access technical expertise and equipment, receive customized support and mentoring to build out business partnerships, and connect with student talent.
umaine showcase days
A free opportunity for business leaders to connect directly with U91µ¼º½ experts, researchers, and industry partners to find collaboration opportunities!
Innovate for 91µ¼º½
Connecting the most passionate and curious 91µ¼º½ college students with innovative 91µ¼º½ companies for a summer internship experience.
Questions?
Email inspire@maine.edu.