The CSU Research Corporation (CSURC) was established in 2006 to support the University by advancing research, technology transfer and commercialization activities. A primary purpose of CSURC is to assist industrial clients who need the services of expert faculty in a timely and efficient manner. In this capacity, CSURC will attract industry to partner with faculty to perform sponsored research at CSU and will provide an efficient mechanism for commercialization of intellectual property originating at the University.

The CSURC serves as a single point of contact for industrial partners seeking promising technologies and research projects from Cleveland State University. Through its efforts, industrial partners can expect increased efficiency and flexibility for the transfer of technology from the University.