In order to stop the brain drain of graduates and other talent from Montana, Montana State University developed its technology transfer program in 1990. The University is now equipped with incubators and accelerators to foster entrepreneurship and innovation, and grants students access to state of the art facilities and mentorship. Through the program TechLink, students are given opportunities to develop start-up companies or conduct research with funding from the Defense Department, NASA, and other government buyers. The University’s technological advancements have successfully turned university-level innovation into local companies and jobs.

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