The University of Southern California’s Alfred E. Mann Institute (AMI) is preparing to announce a new round of strategic investments in groundbreaking medical technologies and innovations. Under the leadership of Managing Director Tariq Warsi, AMI continues to advance its mission of bridging the gap between early-stage biomedical research and commercially viable products that improve and save lives.
Founded through the vision and generosity of entrepreneur and philanthropist Alfred E. Mann, AMI serves as an engine for translating USC’s world-class research into real-world impact. The institute supports faculty inventors, researchers, and entrepreneurs by providing funding, technical expertise, regulatory guidance, and business development resources needed to bring promising medical devices, diagnostics, and therapeutic technologies to market. USC AMI plays a critical role in USC’s innovation ecosystem by helping biomedical technologies move beyond the early idea stage toward commercialization and market adoption. While OORI programs provide inspiration, seed funding, and support for early ventures, AMI offers the specialized expertise and resources needed to advance later-stage opportunities. More information about USC’s innovation ecosystem can be found at innovation.usc.edu.
By investing in projects with strong potential for patient benefit and commercial success, AMI is accelerating the pace of innovation while strengthening USC’s position as a leader in biomedical engineering and health sciences. The forthcoming announcements will spotlight the institute’s latest portfolio of funded projects — each selected for its capacity to transform patient care and address unmet medical needs. The AMI team will provide additional information on broadening the scope of investments, in addition to the launch of a new website to showcase the activities of the unit.
Details on these investments will be shared in the coming weeks through OORI news stories. For more information on AMI or AMI-related inquiries, contact Tariq Warsi at twarsi@usc.edu.