What is a Research Park?

AURP defines a university research park as a property-based venture, which:

  • Master plans property designed for research and commercialization
  • Creates partnerships with universities and research institutions
  • Encourages the growth of new companies
  • Translates technology
  • Drives technology-led economic development
AURP 2010 Outstanding Research Park - Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center

Additional Resources:

AURP-Battelle Study on Characteristics and Trends in North American Research Parks: 21st Century Directions

Executive Summary

 
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