To recognize faculty’s efforts in innovation at a university level, in 2025, the Innovation Council has launched the inaugural Faculty Innovation Awards in two categories - Rising Star and Excellence in Innovation. These awards recognize faculty efforts in innovation, commercialization, and entrepreneurship, celebrating contributions that translate research into societal and economic impact. Application deadline for this year's awards has passed. Stand by as the council's Awards Committee is evaluating this year's applications.

Learn more about the award criteria and application process information: