The University of South Florida remains one of the top universities in the nation for producing new U.S. utility patents. According to a new ranking released this week by the National Academy of Inventors, this marks the 10th year USF has ranked in the top 15 among American public universities.
Based on the 84 new patents secured during the 2022 calendar year, USF is 14th among American public research universities and 35th among all universities worldwide in generating new patents.
“This important recognition is a testament to the University of South Florida’s innovative faculty members and their focus on staying at the forefront of new discoveries,” USF President Rhea Law said. “A key part of our mission at USF is to continue leading groundbreaking research that solves global problems, improves lives and creates a healthier future for our communities.”
The Top 100 Worldwide Universities Granted U.S. Utility Patents in 2022 report from the National Academy of Inventors uses data from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in the previous calendar year. It also highlights the vital role patents play in not only university research and innovation, but in the global knowledge economy. The full report can be found here.
USF’s 2022 patents include:
- A learning app created by a USF professor thatenhances vocabulary instruction for dual and English language learners
- A patent for creating digital alibis
- A patent for wearable technology
- A global dashboard to track invasive mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases
Via USFRI Newsroom.
