UI Collab

03/19/2026

03/06/2026

UIDP is pleased to announce the Contracting Forum’s sponsor, UI Collab. Your support for advancing research and partnerships is essential to making the Contracting Forum possible! https://bit.ly/UIDPContractingForum26

02/05/2026

Securing major federal funding isn’t getting easier. With shifting priorities, evolving review processes, and rising competition, even the strongest ideas can struggle to break through.

In this post, Alexandra Isern and Holly Hapke break down the growing complexity of preparing large proposals, including:
-The iterative, collaborative work required during project ideation
-Engaging partners in a just, equitable, and co‑productive way
-Coordinating complex proposal preparation across diverse teams
-The critical value of “outside eyes” during pre‑submission review

👉 Read the full blog post here

https://ui-collab.com/competing-smarter-in-a-changing-funding-landscape/

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12/29/2025

Universities are using disruption to sharpen their focus. In our latest UI Pulse post, we reflect on what we've seen this year.

- Universities treat disruption as an invitation.
- Identifying barriers to move progress forward.
- Getting creative with faculty development.
- Regional partnerships play an important role.
- Industry's access to knowledge

Read the full blog post here.
https://ui-collab.com/what-we-are-seeing/

As the year comes to a close, we’re noticing how institutions are responding to change and reshaping industry engagement. What patterns stood out in your work this year?

12/09/2025

We’re continually energized by the impact our consultants create, and the momentum that comes from honest, expert-driven conversations.

A recent Expert Insight Session with Amazon underscored the power of bringing diverse perspectives to complex challenges:

“Each UI Collab consultant brought a distinct depth of expertise to our project, leading me to re-frame my problem statement. Their Expert Insight Session on innovation gave us a fast and effective way to talk openly about a difficult topic.”
— Anne Szeto, Academic Research Initiatives, Amazon

If your team is navigating tough questions or seeking sharper alignment, you can book your own Expert Insights Session here https://ui-collab.com/contact 👈

11/18/2025

It was a privilege for UI Collab to partner with the University of Vermont to advance its culture of corporate engagement.

Through our Pitch Perfect workshop, 26 faculty members refined their industry outreach strategies, and 7 received personalized one-on-one coaching from our expert consultant.

“Pitch Perfect was an ideal means of kicking off our efforts to build a culture of corporate engagement at the University of Vermont, connecting faculty and staff around shared goals for collaboration.”
— Patricia Coates, Director, Office of Engagement

We’re proud to support institutions like UVM in helping faculty communicate the impact of their research and foster stronger university–industry partnerships.

👉 Interested in exploring how UI Collab can support your institution’s engagement goals? Visit ui-collab.com to connect with our team.

11/03/2025

How do UIDP and UI Collab complement each other to strengthen university-industry-government partnerships?

In our UI Pulse post, Morgan Jones-King, UIDP’s Chief Program Officer, shares how the two organizations work hand-in-hand. With UIDP convening the community to share best practices, and UI Collab helping partners put those insights into action through tailored consulting and strategy support.
Together, they represent the full spectrum of partnership impact: from shared learning to real-world implementation.

🔗 Read the full post: https://lnkd.in/eFincpD7

10/02/2025

How do you choose the right research partner?
In this month's
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, Malcolm Skingle draws on his experience negotiating thousands of research collaborations to outline practical strategies for success. From doing your homework on potential partners to aligning with government funding priorities, these insights can help you strengthen your approach to university-industry research partnerships.
Read the full post here: https://ui-collab.com/choosing-the-right-research-partner/

04/08/2025

In this month’s , consultants Cynthia Phillips and Joanne Tornow explore how logic models can serve as roadmaps for crafting successful proposals. Learn how to simplify, organize, and communicate your ideas effectively. https://ui-collab.com/what-is-the-secret-to-success-for-funding-complex-research-projects-meet-the-logic-model/

03/17/2025

In this month's , Jilda Garton shares her latest insights on effective activities to support faculty engagement with industry. https://ui-collab.com/encouraging-faculty-to-engage-with-industry-when-federal-research-funding-is-less-certain/

For additional tips and information, watch the recorded UIDP Webinar: Pitch Perfect Presenting to Industry Research Sponsors, now available! https://uidp.org/webinar/pitch-perfect-presenting-to-industry-research-sponsors/

01/06/2025

New year, new consultants! We’re thrilled to announce the addition of experts Malcolm Skingle and Bill Dean to UI Collab! Malcolm brings over 30 years of experience building relationships to drive collaboration, and Bill offers a wealth of knowledge in tech transfer, research parks, and partnership leadership. Learn more about them at https://ui-collab.com/experts/

11/04/2024

In our latest , Stewart Witzeman shares an industrial perspective on crafting effective collaboration metrics. Gain insights into selecting metrics that track progress and highlight the value of your university-industry partnerships. https://lnkd.in/dMjfkgWc