Helping Innovators reach their full potential
Our goal is to connect the right people, places, and programs to bring ideas to life while training tomorrow’s entrepreneurs to be skilled, experienced, and versatile problem solvers.
#1
in US for new products to market
TOP 10
in US for licenses / options for 14 consecutive years
200+
Companies built on UGA’s research & development
+531M
National impact from UGA Startup Programs
3500+
students impacted by entrepreneurship programs
Helping Innovators reach their full potential
Our goal is to connect the right people, places, and programs to bring ideas to life while training tomorrow’s entrepreneurs to be skilled, experienced, and versatile problem solvers.
An ecosystem of people-led, program-supported groups
The Innovation District has six core functions providing different services to different groups, but it also connects innovation nodes all over campus and beyond. This includes experts, equipment, incubators, and innovation hubs that provide support at every stage of the business cycle and with global reach to ensure members of the UGA community have the best chance of success in commercialization.
An ecosystem of people-led, program-supported groups
The Innovation District has six core functions providing different services to different groups, but it also connects innovation nodes all over campus and beyond. This includes experts, equipment, incubators, and innovation hubs that provide support at every stage of the business cycle and with global reach to ensure members of the UGA community have the best chance of success in commercialization.
Our Startups span across the U.S. and the world
UGA has a history of startup success, with over 200 companies launched and 1200 products brought to market, in many different industries, all around the world.
Our Startups span across the U.S. and the world
UGA has a history of startup success, with over 200 companies launched and 1200 products brought to market, in many different industries, all around the world.
Curated resources for building your startup
Our goal is to connect the right people, places, and programs to bring ideas to life while training tomorrow’s entrepreneurs to be skilled, experienced, and versatile problem solvers.
Books to get you started
From getting started to growing your startup, here are some tips, tricks, and everything in between.
News & Stories From the Innovation District
Opinion: The future of agricultural innovation is here – UGA Grand Farm
Georgia has always been a place where agricultural innovation finds a home. From cotton and peanuts to peaches and poultry, Georgia’s agricultural operations have shaped the economy, the culture and the identity of our state. And at the University of Georgia, things have been no different – as a leader in innovation, UGA is always looking for opportunities to propel industries forward into the future.
Inspiring Innovation Under the Stars: University of Georgia’s Innovation District Hosts Night at the Hub
Keeping the goal of connecting the right people, places and programs to bring ideas to life in mind, core functions and key partners of the Innovation District gathered at the Delta Innovation Hub on Mon., Sept. 8 for Night at the Hub, an event held for the university community to learn more about the work core functions are doing to foster innovation.
Faculty Spotlight, Latest News
Shifting Perspective Through Innovation
Brian Bauer’s path to innovation has been anything but linear. He began his undergrad studies focusing on philosophy and preparing for law school. Before enrolling in his law classes, however, he pivoted and instead entered a master’s program in counseling, where he discovered his love for research.
Join us for an Event
Learn, compete, and connect at one of our Innovation District events.
11.17.2025
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
3rd Annual Health & Wellness Pitch Competition
The UGA Health & Wellness Pitch Competition supports University of Georgia student entrepreneurs with innovative solutions in health, wellness, and
11.18.2025
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All Day
New Media Institute Demo Day
Enter Demo Day, a drop-in event for students and faculty who want to see what the New Media Institute is all about.
Bring your ideas to life.
The Innovation District is a comprehensive ecosystem of people, programs, and places working together to foster entrepreneurship and the commercialization of ideas at UGA.
