About USC Stevens Institute for Innovation

USC Stevens Institute for Innovation is university-wide resource in the Office of the Provost designed to harness and advance creative thinking and breakthrough research at USC for societal impact.

USC Stevens develops the innovator as well as innovations, through educational programs, community-building events, and showcase opportunities.

USC Stevens identifies, nurtures, protects, and transfers the most exciting innovations from USC researchers, staff and students to market, and as a result, provides a central connection for industry seeking cutting-edge innovations in which to invest.

From the biosciences and technology to music and cinematic arts, USC Stevens connects faculty, students, and the business community to create an environment across all disciplines for stimulating and inspiring the process of innovation.

USC Stevens will grow to nearly 30 staff by 2008, encompassing the following functions:

• Workshops, educational programs, student groups, and resources in innovation
• Intellectual property advice, evaluation, and development, and licensing; patenting and IP protection; and licensing for any and all USC-owned IP
• Development of new interdisciplinary partnerships to advance innovation across campus
• Information on volunteer, investment, and sponsored research opportunities at USC
• Community-building events to connect innovators and investors