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Innovation and Economic Development

Energizing UC Davis Innovation

The Innovation and Economic Development Office (IEDO) at UC Davis transforms breakthrough research into meaningful solutions by empowering innovators, launching startups and fostering economic growth. We connect people, ideas and resources to cultivate a dynamic ecosystem that drives impactful progress.
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Aggie Square

Aggie Square

Health Ventures

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UC Davis Sees Jump in Records of Invention, Driven by Health Innovation

  • by Phil Wade
UC Davis saw a 36% increase in records of invention in FY 2025, driven largely by health-related innovations and first-time contributors, reflecting a growing culture of commercialization and cross-campus collaboration led by the Innovation and Economic Development Office.
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First Students Move Into Aggie Square

  • by Phil Wade
UC Davis welcomed residents to Anova Aggie Square, the first student housing ever offered on the Sacramento campus. Anova Aggie Square is a smart residential complex that is now home to students from the UC Davis School of Medicine, the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis and other graduate programs.

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We want to see YOU at Aggie Square!

Located on UC Davis' Sacramento campus, Aggie Square is where the university, private industry and the community convene. Whether you want to take a tour of the buildings, host an event here for your team or organization or lease space, we'd love to see you at Aggie Square! 

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