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Howard University Becomes First HBCU to Receive “Research One” Carnegie Classification 

Howard University has been conferred a Research One (R1) Carnegie Classification by the American Council on Education. With this designation, Howard becomes the first historically Black college or university (HBCU) to achieve the R1 designation. Read more.

UT Austin Appoints Andy Maas as Assistant Vice President for Technology Transfer

The University of Texas at Austin has appointed Andrew (Andy) Maas as its new Assistant Vice President for Technology Transfer within its Discovery to Impact team. Maas will lead the university's research commercialization efforts and oversee the protection and commercialization of its IP. Read more.

Tuskegee University Establishes Dr. Lonnie Johnson Technology Research and Incubation Center 

Tuskegee University has partnered with alumnus Dr. Lonnie Johnson, a Tuskegee alum and Founder of Johnson Energy Storage, to establish the Dr. Lonnie Johnson Technology Research and Incubation Center. This initiative aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty. Read more.

Research Park at Florida Atlantic University Celebrates 40th anniversary

The Research Park at Florida Atlantic University is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a catalyst for innovation and economic development in South Florida. Established in 1985, the Research Park has been instrumental in transforming Boca Raton into a technology business hub. Read more.

K-State Opens Innovation Hub to Advance Research and Economic Development

Kansas State University has unveiled a new collaborative office space that will catalyze research commercialization, industry partnerships and economic growth. The facility is in the Kansas State University Foundation's Edge District. Read more.

Maryland Announces $1B "Capital of Quantum" Initiative Centered at UMD

The state of Maryland, the University of Maryland and IonQ have announced a landmark public-private partnership to catalyze $1 billion in investments and position the state as a global leader in quantum information science and technology. Read more.

 

UMB – Wexford Science & Technology Cut Ribbon on 4MLK

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) and Wexford Science & Technology this month celebrated the grand opening of 4MLK, the newest addition to the University of Maryland BioPark, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Baltimore city. Once it is fully leased, 4MLK will house the largest cluster of bioscience companies in the Greater Baltimore region. Read more.

Miami University and Cleveland Clinic Partner to Quantum Computing Degree Programs

Miami University and Cleveland Clinic have announced a groundbreaking partnership to establish Ohio's first specialized quantum computing degree programs, leveraging Cleveland Clinic's IBM Quantum System One. The collaboration will create educational offerings from bachelor's to doctoral levels. Read more.

UVA and CvilleBioHub Secure $4.3M for New Biotech Accelerator

CvilleBioHub, in partnership with the University of Virginia, has received $4.3 million as part of a larger $14.3 million GO Virginia grant to establish the region's first laboratory accelerator. The facility, to be located at UVA's North Fork Discovery Park, will support early-stage life sciences companies developing therapeutics, medical devices, and digital health solutions. Read more.

Utah Leads Nation in Innovation with Strong University, Industry Partnerships

A new report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute highlights Utah's position as the top-ranked state for innovation capacity and outcomes. The state's success is driven by five key industry ecosystems, including aerospace, healthcare and technology, with the University of Utah (host of AURP's 2021 International Conference) playing a central role. Read more.