About AURP
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AURP is a global non-profit membership organization that represents university-based research parks, innovation districts, technology hubs and the entrepreneurial companies that support the growth and development of dynamic Communities of Innovation.

Upcoming Events

 
December 12-13, 2023
Sacramento, CA
Aggie Square, UC Davis		 March 3-7, 2024
Tempe, AZ
Tempe Mission Palms		 May 8-9, 2024
East Lansing, MI
Michigan State University		 June 2-3, 2024
San Diego, CA
In Conjunction with BIO International Convention
   

Welcome to our new AURP members!

Network News

Nebraska Innovation Campus Named Outstanding Research Park at AURP 27th Annual Awards of Excellence
The Nebraska Innovation Campus at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has been named the 2023 “Outstanding Research Park” at the Association of University Research Parks’ (AURP) 2023 International Conference (Oct. 16-19) at the University of Delaware’s STAR Campus. Read more.

AURP Releases White Paper on History of Research Parks / Innovation Districts and Relevance to CHIPS and Science Act of 2022
With a robust array of new federal policies supporting innovation and tech-based economic development, expanding the impact and reach of university-based research parks and innovation districts across the U.S. is vital in fueling the nation’s economic growth and global competitiveness, according to a new white paper from AURP.  Read more.

Communities of Innovation 101 On-Demand Series
Gain insights from experienced park and innovation district executives as they cover basic elements of strategy and share their lessons learned along the way. For one purchase price – gain access to our AURP education series including 9 modules plus 6 bonus case studies! Learn more.

AURP in Action

Sixty Economic Development Organizations Awarded U.S. EDA “Build to Scale” Grants to Catalyze Innovation
U.S. EDA has announced “Build to Scale” grants have been awarded to 60 organizations across 36 states and U.S. territories, totaling $53 million for programs that support technology entrepreneurs, catalyze innovation and fuel economic growth. Learn more.

U.S.EDA Designates 31 Tech Hubs Across U.S. Focusing on Range of Industries
U.S. EDA has announced the designation of 31 Tech Hubs in regions across the country, focusing on industries ranging from autonomous systems, quantum computing, biotechnology, precision medicine, clean energy advancement, semiconductor manufacturing and more. Learn more.

University of Delaware and Partner Institutions Awarded $750M Via DOE's Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs program
The University of Delaware, along with Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, Rowan University and the University of Pennsylvania, have been awarded $750 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs program to drive development of clean hydrogen and the region’s clean energy workforce. Learn more.
 

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