UM-BILD will develop a dedicated “proof-of-concept” hub, with locations in the University of Maryland BioPark and bwtech@UMBC, to grow the life science economy in West Baltimore and Greater Baltimore. This life science incubator will utilize internal core services, specialized equipment, and experts at UMB, UMBC, and other partner institutions.  

Center for Innovative Biomedical Resources 

Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research 

GLP Quality Management Systems

Institute for Health Computing

UM Ventures, Baltimore Launchpad Labs 

• Wet Lab 
• Medical Device Prototyping Laboratory 

 Device Fabrication 

• University of Maryland A. James Clark School of Engineering
  • Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices
  • Fischell Department of Bioengineering BioWorkshop
  • University of Maryland NanoCenter (in partnership with the University of Maryland College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences)
  • Terrapin Works  

• University of Maryland, Baltimore County
  • Physics Machine Shop
  • Electronics Shop 

UM-BILD partner institutions offer a wide variety of educational opportunities to support innovators as they advance their technologies and move their ideas from academia to private ventures. Learn more about some of these initiatives.

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Innovation at UMB

Hosted monthly, the Innovation @ UMB event series is a resource for entrepreneurs and researchers interested in progressing real-world innovations. The interactive sessions feature guest speakers that have first-hand experience around each topic. Get ready to engage, interact, and learn practical strategies for moving your ideas forward.

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