University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Industrial Fellows Program
Industrial Fellows
The goal of the Industrial Fellows program is to bring industrial and university scientists and engineers together in a collaborative interaction for an extended period. This program structure provides the opportunity to formulate and implement long-term, non-proprietary research projects of mutual interest and encourages the exchange of new insights, ideas, and knowledge. Companies with UWAMIC Full and Regional Alliance membership may enroll one Fellow per year as part of their membership fees. Small business member companies may enroll Fellows for an additional fee, or under a contract research program. While in residence at the University, a designated employee works closely with UWAMIC researchers on a pre-defined research project of mutual interest. To encourage Industrial Fellows and UWAMIC faculty to have a true interactive research, the program allows for a flexible schedule and period of residency ranging from 10 days to three months. However, to ensure a meaningful collaboration, the 10 days should be scheduled within a year.
How to Become an Industrial Fellow
The prospective Fellow works with the UWAMIC faculty member who will be directly associated with the project to develop a one- to two-page proposal describing the nature of the research and the estimated amount of time to be spent in residence. The Fellow, faculty member and appropriate UWAMIC program leader sign this proposal and forward it to the Partnership Director for final approval.
Current Fellows
Since its inception, Industrial Fellows from several companies have participated in this program. Currently, we have no Industrial Fellows pursuing projects and are actively seeking such partnerships. Please contact either of our co-directors to begin your Industrial Fellow project.