Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Carolina innovation creates jobs, revenue

More than 150 North Carolina companies have spun out of UNC, many from the University’s research.

By UNC Research Communications, Thursday, January 15th, 2015

Startups are a booming business at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

More than 150 North Carolina companies have spun out of UNC, many from the University’s research. They generate more than $7 billion in revenue in the state each year, providing nearly 8,000 jobs to residents and 38,000 jobs worldwide.

For more, check out the new web page at: research.unc.edu/impact/unc-startups/

Keep Reading Carolina Research Venture Fund to support UNC-Chapel Hill startups

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