UC Davis Health awarded more than $390,000 through its STAIR HEALTH proof-of-concept program to support three interdisciplinary research teams advancing promising innovations in cancer imaging, spinal cord injury treatment and breast cancer therapeutics toward commercial and clinical impact.
Born out of cross-disciplinary research at University of California, Davis, startup amplifye is developing enzyme-based technology designed to improve protein absorption and muscle health as growing use of GLP-1 therapies reshapes nutrition and metabolic health needs.
UC Davis showcased groundbreaking translational research and innovative biotech startups at the 8th Annual Biotech Innovation Gallery in San Francisco. Hosted by the UC Davis Innovation and Economic Development Office, the event brought in over 330 attendees to connect with and explore potential partnerships with researchers and startup founders, aligning with the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference.
The University of California, Davis, has awarded $100,000 through the autumn 2025 cohort of the Science Translation and Innovative Research (STAIR) Grant Program to help scientists advance innovative research with strong commercial potential.
At Venture Catalyst, part of the UC Davis Innovation and Economic Development Office, we're proud to support the translation of UC Davis research and technology into real-world applications by fostering the development of new ventures. Through strategic collaborations, training and mentorship programs, funding translational research, and proactive outreach, we foster the university’s entrepreneurial culture and ensure that the benefits of the UC Davis innovation ecosystem extend beyond the lab.
The Discovery Forum showcased UC Davis as a leader in GLP-1 and metabolic health innovation, bringing together researchers, industry experts, and investors to explore how metabolic hormones are reshaping health and nutrition. With cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, and a strong innovation ecosystem, the event was a reminder of UC Davis’ unique ability to translate metabolic science into real-world health and wellness solutions.
Grainge.ai, a UC Davis–born startup, is transforming food manufacturing by using AI-driven ingredient intelligence to predict how grains, starches and other ingredients behave in formulations, helping companies innovate more efficiently and sustainably.
Antoinette Banks transformed a mother’s struggle for her daughter’s education into Expert IEP, a platform that combines neuroscience, lived experience, and tech to empower families and reform outdated IEP systems.
