The University of Utah has been named to the National Academy of Inventors’ (NAI) 2025 Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted U.S. Utility Patents list, further reinforcing its position as a national leader in research, innovation, and commercialization.
This latest recognition builds on the university’s previously announced placement among the world’s top institutions for U.S. utility patents. While that global ranking compares universities worldwide, the newly released Top 100 U.S. list focuses specifically on domestic institutions—highlighting the U’s strong impact within the United States innovation ecosystem.
Together, these rankings underscore the breadth and consistency of innovation at the U: competing on a global stage while also driving meaningful advancements at home.
Released annually and based on calendar year data from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the NAI rankings spotlight universities that are translating research into patented technologies with real-world impact. The U’s inclusion reflects a sustained commitment to moving discoveries from the lab to the marketplace.
From pioneering medical devices and therapeutics to advances in engineering, software, and energy, University of Utah researchers are developing solutions that improve lives and strengthen the economy. This success is supported by a robust innovation ecosystem that empowers faculty, students, and industry partners to collaborate, launch startups, and scale new technologies.
“Being recognized both globally and nationally for our patent output speaks to the strength of our research enterprise and the real-world impact of our discoveries,” said Dr. Jamie P. Dwyer, Chief Innovation Officer at the U. “The U continues to be a place where ideas become innovations that benefit society.”
The Top 100 U.S. Universities list is one of three annual rankings published by the NAI and reflects the essential role that American universities play in advancing new technologies and supporting economic growth.
As the university continues to expand its research impact, these recognitions highlight a clear trajectory: the University of Utah is not only producing world-class research—it is delivering innovations that matter.
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