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Translating Discoveries
PCI helps to translate discoveries and ideas created at the University of Pennsylvania into new products and businesses for societal benefit.
We actively facilitate a broad range of technology development connections between Penn and the private sector. Whether the end result is a technology license, an R&D alliance, or the formation of a new venture, PCI serves as a dedicated one-stop shop for commercial partnering with Penn.
Access the FY2025 Year in Review
#1
in licensing revenue 5th year in a row
26
Startups launched
>$591M
in investment capital raised or received by Penn affiliated startups
99
New patents awarded
April is AI Month at Penn
AI Month at Penn is a month-long, University-wide initiative throughout April 2026 that will focus on human-centered AI. The month’s events will highlight research, dialogues and collaborations that put people at the center of technological innovation. Learn more and register for events here.
Penn, BioNTech SE and Osage University Partners Launch Penn-BioNTech Innovative Therapeutics Seed Fund
The $50 million dedicated venture capital fund will invest in early-stage life science companies spun out of Penn. Learn more in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Global Corporate Venturing and Technical.ly Philly. For more information, please contact Anna Turetsky, PhD, General Partner, PxB Fund.
Penn Launches StartUP Fund
Penn announced the launch of its StartUP Fund, a new early-stage investment fund dedicated to supporting startup companies founded by Penn researchers and based on innovations created at the University. The fund will be managed by Penn’s Office of the Chief Investment Officer and backed by a $10M commitment from the University. Learn more and access the application here.
Penn Startups Raising Money
Discover over forty Penn startup companies raising capital in 2026. Read the list here.
Open Source Software
Download our latest Faculty Guide to Open-Source Software Licenses here.
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Discover CAR T-cell technology at Penn
Our latest CAR T-cell enhancement portfolio features innovations poised to transform treatment efficacy with boosted cytokine activity/metabolism, streamlined manufacturing, and reduced T-cell exhaustion. Join us in turning lab discoveries into real-world impact through licensing opportunities with PCI.
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