The UC Davis Innovation and Economic Development Office has launched the Aggie Venture Accelerator, an initiative designed to support early stage startups developing solutions at the intersection of life science, food and health.
The first Aggie Square Community Benefits Partnership Agreement (CBPA) Annual Progress Report has been released by UC Davis, the City of Sacramento and Wexford Science & Technology, documenting significant progress towards meeting many of the goals outlined in the CBPA.
UC Davis Health Ventures, part of the Innovation and Economic Development Office at UC Davis, today announced the appointment of Troels Adrian as Director of Industry Engagement.
UC Davis Health Ventures, part of the Innovation and Economic Development Office (IEDO) at the University of California, Davis, today announced the first investment from its Investing in the Future of Medicine (IFM) Fund, backing Delix Therapeutics.
UC Davis saw a 34% 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.
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.
UC Davis strengthens its global life sciences ecosystem with strategic partnerships with FLANN Inc. and HM Venture Partners, aiming to attract international biotech startups to Aggie Square and accelerate the commercialization of groundbreaking healthcare innovations.
Aggie Square officially opened its doors to the public on May 2, showcasing its diverse range of research, community programs, and collaborative spaces while highlighting its commitment to connecting the university, local businesses, and residents.
On May 2, 2025, UC Davis, Wexford Science & Technology and the city of Sacramento celebrated the grand opening of Aggie Square, an innovation district that will bring together the university’s cutting-edge research with private industry.