The UHN Opportunity

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Building on a strong history of collaboration between UHN researchers and industry, we continue to establish and grow successful partnerships that develop ground-breaking medical technologies discovered at UHN throughout their journey to market release.

Together, we enable industry partnerships and successfully connect the best commercial opportunities to our world-class scientists, clinicians and researchers – whether it is through a license or long-term collaboration/strategic risk-sharing partnership. By tailoring our approach to each technology and industry partner, we maximize opportunities for patient impact around the world.

Working together, we are creating a healthier world.

Revolutionizing Cancer Care at UHN:  A novel gamma delta TCR as a therapeutic approach for multiple cancer types

A powerful new frontier in cancer immunotherapy is emerging right here at UHN.

Dr. Pam Ohashi, Senior Scientist, UHN’s Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and the Director of its Cancer Immune Therapy Program, and her team, have identified a new T cell receptor that may be used for cancer immunotherapy.  

It uses a unique gamma delta T cell receptor (TCR) to reprogram immune cells with greater precision and safety than current options like CAR-T and its potential is still being studied.

Backed by early promising research, this next-generation treatment platform is poised to expand the reach and impact of immune-based cancer therapies.

We are seeking licensing partners and co-development opportunities to bring this technology to patients worldwide. For partnering opportunities, please connect with us at commercialization@uhn.ca

Revolutionizing Drug Delivery at UHN: Porphyrin Lipid Nanoparticles (LNPs)

At the University Health Network, Dr. Gang Zheng, Senior Scientist at UHN’s Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and its Associate Research Director, has developed a next-generation lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platform.

The platform has the ability to deliver therapeutics with 30–50% greater efficiency than currently available technologies — including those used in mRNA vaccines.

These Porphyrin LNPs represent a powerful non-viral drug delivery system for treating cancer, respiratory illness, and other conditions. With better precision, improved dissemination and enhanced versatility, this innovation could transform how medicine is delivered at scale.

Explore the science behind this technology and learn more about opportunities to partner on development or licensing.  For partnering opportunities, please connect with us at commercialization@uhn.ca

Revolutionizing Rehabilitative Care at UHN: Dry Electrode Technology

Imagine restoring movement after paralysis or stroke — not with surgery or a cumbersome assistive device, but with a light-weight, wearable technology that fits right into clothing.

At UHN’s KITE Research Institute, Dr. Milos Popovic, Director, has engineered an innovation in Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES): a thin, dry, wearable electrode that fits under clothing and delivers precise muscle stimulation to restore motor functions. This next-generation rehabilitation technology is set to improve recovery outcomes for people living with paralysis, spinal cord injury, or following a stroke.

We are seeking licensing partners and co-development opportunities to bring this technology to patients worldwide. For partnering opportunities, please connect with us at commercialization@uhn.ca

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Collaboration Opportunities

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At UHN, we have a robust technology pipeline with  discoveries and patents changing daily. Ready to help commercialize the next medical breakthrough? Looking to complement or fill gaps in your own product pipeline?  Our Licensing and Commercialization experts will work with you to identify the best collaboration opportunity.

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Regenerative Medicine — The Potential To Rebuild

Our innovations in regenerative medicine and stem-cell therapies enable the rebuilding of damaged tissues, brain and organs – bringing new hope in the treatment of trauma and diseases including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

Organ & Transplant Technologies — when experience matters most

Built upon UHN’s renowned experience in organ transplantation, our groundbreaking organ and transplant technologies strive to enhance transplant effectiveness and patient outcomes around the world. The latest innovation, the ex-vivo organ support system, has opened the door to organ preservation outside the body. In addition to improving transplant rates and viability, an arsenal of biomarkers discovered at UHN supports screening, disease management and various rapid diagnostic interventions – improving transplant success for patients.

Complex Disease/Immunity— A Total-Body Approach for a Healthier Future

With metabolic disease infection and immunity on the rise around the world, our medical technologies address a variety of complex diseases affecting our bodies today and have the potential to enhance the health, lives and longevity of patients across the globe.

Cancer Technologies — making hope happen

Cancer research has the potential to be truly life-changing – but only if it can successfully translate into innovations that drive enhanced prevention, novel treatment options and patient longevity. Our commercially viable innovations include various immunotherapy targets, all with the goal of transforming leading research into actionable solutions.

Rehabilitation Technologies — getting better every day

From electronic stimulation to wearable tech and beyond, our unique innovations improve the effectiveness of rehabilitation therapies for joints, vision, brain and more – driving enhanced functioning and independence for patients everywhere.

Tools And Solutions

AI & Digital Health Platforms

the future of healthcare

Our innovative solutions harness the power of futuristic AI, machine learning, software, planning and automation technologies to improve the efficiency, quality and delivery of healthcare.

Drug Discovery, Delivery & Screening

Inspiring Progress

We translate cutting-edge research in genetic therapies, biologics, new molecules, biomarkers and more into progressive, proven solutions with the potential to change the face of healthcare.

Diagnosing Disease

speed, accuracy and customization

By speeding the next generation of diagnostic tools into the hands of the medical community, we’re driving more timely and accurate diagnostic results for all and are increasingly able to customize advanced personalized medicine options for patients.

Medical Devices

endless possibilities

We combine expert research and the latest technological advancements to create cutting-edge commercialized medical devices.

Repository of Clinical Tools, Cell Lines and Other Biomaterials

sharing for success

A robust repository of clinical tools, cell lines and other materials are available for academic and industry partnership alike. Featuring screening tools such as the STOP-Bang questionnaire, helping with North American patient  screening for OSA (obstructive sleep apnea), many of our solutions are internationally renowned and adaptable in multiple settings.

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