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Backed by the University of Utah’s 175-
year research legacy, we turn leading-
edge Academic research into field-
ready solutions that support
our nation’s priorities.

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$691M+
in research funding last year
962k sq.ft.
of research space
2,600+
awarded grants in 2024

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High Tech West 2027–2028 Request for Proposals (RFP) Now Open

The University of Utah Office of the Vice President for Research is pleased to announce...

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High Tech West 2026 Highlights the University of Utah’s Growing Role in Defense and Dual-Use Innovation

By: Amanda Ashley, Director of Communications for Research & Innovation, Office of the Vice President...

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2026 MHSRS Call for Abstracts Now Open

The Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) is the Department of War’s premier scientific research...

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What’s Happening Behind the Scenes at High Tech West

As High Tech West nears, AM&E Lab teams are collaboratively refining their projects behind the...

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Jim McDonough named Executive Director of University of Utah’s Applied Medical Engineering Lab

McDonough will work with the VPR on realizing the vision and mission of the VPR’s...

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HTW

High-Tech West is a semi-annual R&D series that connects academic, government, and industry teams with the University of Utah’s research ecosystem.

Together, we fast-track tech that solves real-world challenges in defense, aerospace, and medicine.

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Dedicated to Innovation

We are advancing science and technology in our nation’s most critical areas.

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Protecting Brain Health in Military-Connected Populations

We develop solutions that reduce injury and improve the treatment of invisible wounds.

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Developing Field-Ready Military Medicine Solutions

We harness leading edge research to improve the quality and effectiveness of operational medicine.

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Solving Aerospace Engineering Challenges in National Security

We innovate to give our nation an advantage in all aerial contexts from transport to intelligence.

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Specialized in
Real-World Impact

AME Lab combines world-class
researchers in medical, operational,
and technological readiness with
experts who understand how to
deliver on national priorities now.
Together, we are one team solving
our nation's greatest challenges
on the ground.

Delivering
Readiness Through
Innovation

Whether you're in research, defense, or technology. Our teams are built to collaborate and deliver.

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