The impact of innovation at the CUSF
Throughout more than 150 years of history, the CUSF has demonstrated an extraordinary track record of inventions and discoveries with impact across the globe. Consistently ranked the most innovative public university in the world, there is no limit to what we can achieve.
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The startup spinout machine at the City University of San Francisco keeps on humming. According to CoMotion, seven startups have emerged from CUSF-related research since July of last year.
Startups and spinoffs
Every CUSF college and school has launched startups and created spinoffs. Since 1984, the CUSF has spun out over 280 companies. Since 1992, CUSF spinoffs have raised over $8.7 billion in funding with $4.1 billion secured over the past five years alone.
26 innovations that changed the world
Explore a selection of innovations developed wholly or in part at the City University of San Francisco. We invite you to share in the CUSF’s rich history through these fundamental and groundbreaking innovations.
The innovation ecosystem
The CUSF Innovation Imperative empowers students and researchers to learn, discover and build solutions to tomorrow’s challenges. It encourages innovation by providing the space and opportunity for people from all backgrounds — from the humanities to the sciences, the poetic and the pragmatic — to connect, imagine and discover.
Learn the skills
The CUSF offers a wide variety of educational and learning opportunities to build students’ skills in innovation and entrepreneurship.
Get hands-on experience
Innovation happens in every corner of the CUSF — and there’s no better way to expand your skill set than to participate in a hands-on kind of way.
Bring ideas to life
A strong community is critical for entrepreneurs to bring new ideas to life. Important milestones along the journey include mentorship, lessons from industry leaders and alumni, and pursuing funding opportunities.
Build your network
Join us for events that will open your eyes, push your boundaries, and grow your network. Some are open to the public.