Business

News about UB’s business and economics programs and our partnerships with industry. (see all topics)

2026 Buffalo Startup Week inspires founders and funders
4/13/26
Events open pathways for every stage of entrepreneurship, from students and pre-founders to established startups and investors.
Why doesn’t the U.S. recycle more plastic? New study points to lack of access.
4/8/26
Recycling infrastructure inequities in the South, sparsely populated states tied to lower income, less-college educated communities.
UB, Broadview Federal Credit Union announce $31M partnership for naming rights, student scholarships and student support
3/11/26
Agreement will result in new names for UB Stadium and Alumni Arena while providing financial support for Bulls student-athletes and the broader UB student population.
UB and SUNY Erie to advance workforce development in microelectronics
3/25/25
Effort supports the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region’s tech hub designation.
UB CMI funds six faculty-industry manufacturing R&D projects
10/21/24
Projects range from health care and agriculture to new battery technology and superconductors.
UB CAT announces R&D collaboration awards to eight life sciences companies
9/24/24
Projects focus on cancer therapies, robotic clot removal catheters, and mRNA vaccines, among other technologies
The Ticketing Co. named No. 1 business in UB’s Fast 46 competition
9/17/24
Brooklyn-based firm offers a platform for both online and in-person event ticketing.
UB-affiliated startup partners with Barbie to celebrate inclusivity
8/14/24
In addition to work with Mattel, Braille clothing line Aille Design receives $100,000 from UB Cultivator.
Copprium moves its copper ink tech closer to marketplace with UB’s guidance
3/29/24
The conductive ink startup was spun out from university’s Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships office.
UB joins federal government-led effort to boost AI safety
2/14/24
Researchers will help set standards and develop tools to ensure AI’s role for social good nationwide.