Industry Collaborations | Columbia | Research

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Columbia University welcomes industry to partner with us at every stage of discovery and innovation — whether you're ready to launch a research initiative or just beginning to explore what's possible. The Office of Research Initiatives and Development (ORID) is eager to connect companies with our world-class faculty, researchers, and offices across all schools and disciplines.

WAYS TO PARTNER | How Industry Works With Us

Columbia has a long history of working with industry — from sponsored research collaborations to student internship pipelines to philanthropic support.

If you would like to learn more about our research and innovation portfolio, we encourage you to EXPLORE HERE.

Common Forms of Engagement

Sponsored Research

Fund research conducted by Columbia faculty and students aligned with your company's strategic priorities. Sponsored Research Agreements (SRAs) provide terms and conditions for industry-funded projects.

Student Development

Engage Columbia's exceptional talent through internships, co-op programs, mentorships, and sponsored fellowships. Build your pipeline while contributing to the next generation of researchers and innovators.

Research Collaborations

Partner with Columbia researchers on shared scientific objectives without necessarily exchanging funding. Collaboration agreements allow scientists with common interests to pursue joint goals.

Clinical Trials

Engage with Columbia's clinical research enterprise to advance the development of new treatments, devices, and diagnostics. Partner with our physician-scientists to design and execute trials that bring promising innovations closer to patients.

Technology Licensing

Access and license Columbia's portfolio of intellectual property and innovations developed by our faculty. Connect with Columbia Technology Ventures to explore available technologies.

Data & Materials Access

Share or receive datasets and research materials through formal Data Use Agreements (DUAs) or Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), enabling collaborative research across organizations.

Corporate Support

Make gifts that advance research programs, endow faculty chairs, or support student opportunities across the university. Philanthropic partnerships are welcomed at all levels.

A Selection of Research Initiatives