Office of Research Commercialization and Development (ORCD)

An Entrepreneurial Leader

Charlotte’s Office of Research Commercialization and Development (ORCD) is one of the country’s best in putting intellectual capital to work. The University leverages its strong tradition of applied research and its progressive stance on licensing to transfer technology to the marketplace. Nestled in one of the financial centers of the United States, Charlotte attributes its success in mining and commercializing advanced technologies to community support and its spirit of collaboration. The Office of Research Commercialization and Development’s commitment to economic development has resulted in the formation of companies, jobs, and the addition of millions of dollars to the economy.

Our Values:
     
We elevate and celebrate our innovators who aim to solve the grand challenges of our times.
      
We encourage and protect innovation with an entrepreneurial mindset.
   
We serve our stakeholders with excellence, integrity, and respect.

Office of Research Commercialization and Development
PORTAL Suite 228
invent@charlotte.edu

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Contacts:

Physical Address

Office of Research Commercialization and Development,
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
9319 Robert D. Snyder Road, Charlotte, NC 28223

Mailing Address

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Office of Research Commercialization and Development
9201 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28223-0001