Brown University: Research to Revenue

Brown University

Summit Venture Studio

Research to Revenue Report

Summit Venture Studio (SVS) Opportunities

SVS has identified 21 commercialization opportunities from Brown University and scored them based on our proprietary metrics and rubrics.

The SVS model is to identify the top 1% of commercialization opportunities and start companies around them.

Please connect with SVS if you would like to engage with us in our startup and investment efforts.

Return on Research (ROR) Analysis

Commercialization Revenue per Research Dollar

Top Universities by Return on Research (ROR)

ROI Ratio: Commercialization Revenue ÷ Research Funding

University Innovation Analysis

Total Innovation Scores by Institution

Top Universities by Innovation Score

180+ High Innovation

150-179 Strong Innovation

130-149 Moderate Innovation

100-129 Emerging Innovation

130+ total score considered high innovation impact

SVS Innovation Index

Proprietary Assessment of Brown University's Innovation Ecosystem
Score out of 100. Benchmark: Top 50 U.S. research institutions.
A score of 90/100 can be read "doing better than 90% of schools benchmarked"

Innovation Visibility

74/100

Definition: Media mentions, publication count, and global research visibility metrics

Startup Momentum

9/100

Definition: Growth in patents, funding, and startup formation

Ecosystem Strength

64/100

Definition: Tech transfer infrastructure and support systems

Innovation Legacy

A Timeline of Groundbreaking Discoveries

Innovation Timeline

Founded

1764

First Nobel

1956

First Patent

1964

First IPO

2018

2022-2024

AI-driven drug discovery

2025

Today

Notable Commercialization Outcomes

Nobel Prizes

1970s

Polymer Innovation

Developed novel polymer materials

1970s

Genetic Research

Advanced gene therapy methods

1990s

Bioinformatics Tools

Created genome analysis software

2000s

Medical Devices

Invented implantable cardiac devices

2010s

Startup Launch

Founded biotech startup company

2015

Competitive Benchmarking

Brown University vs. Peer Research Universities

Brown University vs Peers Comparison

Metric	Brown University (FY2023)	Peer Average	Elite Average
Annual R&D Expenditure	$354M	$855M	$1,675M
New Inventions Disclosed	7	200	400
Startups Formed	2	7	10
Visibility Index	6	12	23
Licensing Revenue	$5M	$17M	$46M

Note: Peer Average = Median value among U.S. R1 research universities. Elite Average = Top 10 ranked U.S. research universities.

Emerging Opportunities

1. Advanced AI-Powered Drug Discovery Platform Accelerates Pharmaceutical Innovation

Revolutionizes drug development by reducing time and cost, addressing critical pharmaceutical R&D inefficiencies, and enabling scalable, precise, and diverse therapeutic solutions globally.

2. Sustainable Material Science Innovations for Next-Gen Eco-Friendly Packaging

Develops biodegradable, high-performance materials solving plastic pollution, meeting rising global sustainability demands, and offering scalable green alternatives with strong competitive differentiation.

3. Breakthrough Quantum Computing Algorithms Enhancing Data Security

Creates scalable quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities, crucial for protecting sensitive data in finance, healthcare, and government sectors worldwide.

4. Precision Medicine Tools Leveraging Genomic Data Analytics

Enables personalized treatment by interpreting complex genomic data, improving patient outcomes, and providing scalable, market-leading solutions in healthcare and biotech industries.

5. Advanced Robotics for Automated Manufacturing Efficiency

Delivers adaptable, AI-driven robotic systems that address labor shortages and production inefficiencies, boosting scalability and competitive advantage in global manufacturing markets.

6. Innovative Neurotechnology for Brain-Computer Interface Applications

Develops scalable, non-invasive interfaces enhancing communication and control for disabled patients, with broad applications in healthcare and consumer electronics markets.