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Presentation proposals are requested for AURP's 2024 International Conference hosted by the University of Arkansas and University of Arkansas Technology Development Foundation!
DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 19
Themed - “All Trails Lead to Innovation” – the program and content will generate dynamic speaker presentation ideas for professionals in high-impact economic development – both new to our community of innovation plus those with more experience.
Share your experience and knowledge in front of our global stage.
SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE
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Excitement continues for our next I2RP at Michigan State University's MSU Research Foundation (May 8-9).
REGISTER TODAY!
Recipient of EDA’s Tech Hubs Strategy Development Award funding for the Materials Advancement and Research Solutions (MARS) Tech Hubs project, the MSU Research Foundation drives discovery, innovation, and connection at MSU and beyond. Get a first-hand look at th dynamic set of research parks and programs fueling tech transfer and commercialization of IP created by its faculty, staff and students.
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AURP RISING STAR: A New Generation of Innovation Leadership – Cori Dreger, Project Manager, USF Research Park
As shared by Allison Madden, AURP Vice President and Corporate Secretary and Director of Operations, USF Research Park, Cori Dreger personifies the USF motto: Be proud of the work you do. Be proud of the team you do it with. Be proud of the community you serve and support.
At AURP’s 2024 Spring Training, Cori was recognized as our newest AURP Rising Star: A New Generation of Innovation Leadership.
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"Cori Dreger, Project Manager at the USF Research Park, has achieved a significant impact on the effectiveness of the organization by adding depth to our project management and operational resources. She is thoughtful and diligent in her planning and execution of projects which contributes to the credibility of the organization. She is resilient in light of the inevitable complications. Her clients and teammates know that she can be relied upon to greet challenges with enthusiasm and endurance.
One of her current projects is the build-out of nearly 22,000 feet of wet lab space for infectious disease research within the core and shell of the USF Research Park’s newest facility. Relationships with the people and entities within the USF Research Park are incredibly precious and Cori’s diligence ensures the strength and endurance of these partnerships.
Cori is recognized as a relationship builder with a reputation of trust, exuding a customer service culture with our internal team and our external clients."
Congratulations Cori! You ARE an AURP Rising Star!
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Prepared by J.H. Cullum Clark, Director, George W. Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative, the report states: "Eds and meds institutions that perform best as engines of opportunity will be those that engage closely with surrounding communities to promote innovation ecosystems, develop talent, and build opportunity-rich cities."
According to the new study, high-performing eds and meds institutions are pursuing several proven strategies to increase the impact of their research, support local innovation ecosystems, and promote hometown economic development, including:
- Create incentives, funding, and effective organizational units to support potentially transformative research addressing society’s greatest challenges
- Instill institution-wide cultures of innovation and entrepreneurship
- Optimize technology commercialization activities: Appropriate goals, adequate funding and staff, aggressive external engagement, transparent monitoring of results
- Support local innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems
- Partner with local organizations on research for social good
Read more.
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Kate Hier, AIA, EDAC, WELL AP (and AURP Board member) has been named a recipient of The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Young Architects Award 2024. Kate is one of 30 individuals honored with this prestigious award, selected by a six-member jury consisting of distinguished AIA members from across the country. This annual award recognizes "exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the architecture profession, including environmental advocacy, increasing access to great design, and mentoring future architects." Read more. Congratulations, Kate! | |
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ITIF Releases Report on Canada's Effort to Reform Its Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentives to Spur Growth
The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) has issued a report ("Comments to Canada’s Department of Finance Regarding Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentives") that asserts Canadian policymakers should view Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives "as a way to incentivize private companies to increase their R&D expenditures."
McMaster Innovation Park's Jonathan Hunt (an AURP 2023 Rising Star Award recipient; photo left) supports the ITIF policy report, urging the Canadian government to reform its SR&ED Tax Initiatives. "As we discussed at the 2024 Spring Training, our national government in Canada, like our colleagues to the south, is looking at ways to improve its international competitiveness. Making sure our federal tax incentives for research and development spending by the private sector are aligned correctly is one way Canada can help build more communities of innovation across the country," said Jonathan. Read more.
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Elevate Rapid City Releases Market Assessment and Workforce Development Plan RFP
This project will develop a workforce development strategy for the mining technologies industry in Rapid City, SD. The project is part of the Economic Development Administration’s Tech Hubs program, respondents to this RFP should be qualified and eligible to work on federally funded projects. The strategy should help Rapid City and the Black Hills Region apply for and achieve designation status as an EDA Tech Hub. All submissions are due by April 19th to be eligible for
consideration. Learn more.
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Elevate Rapid City Releases Innovation District Plan RFP
This project will develop a place-based innovation strategy for the mining technologies industry in Rapid City, SD. The project is part of the Economic Development Administration’s Tech Hubs program. Respondents to this RFP should be qualified and eligible to work on federally funded projects. The strategy should help Rapid City and the Black Hills Region apply for and achieve designation status as an EDA Tech Hub. All submissions are due by April 19th to be eligible for consideration. Learn more.
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#AURP Member & Industry News | | |
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BLR Bio, a biotech company in Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science’s Helix 51 Bioscience Incubator, has released new data on its novel cancer therapy, pointing to a promising strategy to boost the effectiveness of existing drugs in pancreatic cancer and other solid-tumor cancers.
BLR Bio's data, according to BLR Bio CEO Bruce Riser, PhD, shows the use of its compound – BLR-100 – could provide similar efficacy to a doubling of the dose of existing chemotherapy without increasing side effects of these therapeutics. Read more.
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Plug and Play – a CA-based company that connects startups, corporations, VC firms, universities and government agencies – has begun operations at Osceola County, FL's NeoCity technology park. Plug and Play cited NeoCity’s close proximity to Osceola County's spaceport, seaport, airport and rail transportation facilities and industries as a factor in its move to engage with NeoCity. NeoCity's 500-acre tech campus is home to companies involved in the advance packaging of microelectronics. Read more. | |
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Program leaders at the University of New Orleans (AURP Member) and Nunez Community College are partnering with multinational organizations to develop a wind energy education curriculum to help meet in-demand job skills needed for wind energy expansion in the Gulf of Mexico. “I see an opportunity for us to build an industry hub around some of our existing expertise, and universities will really play a key role in making that a reality,” said Shafin Khan, vice president of external affairs and innovation at UNO’s Research and Technology Foundation. Read more. | |
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Agilent Technologies, a company in life sciences, diagnostics and applied chemical markets, and UC San Diego (an AURP Member) have announced an innovative scientific collaboration to establish the Agilent Center of Excellence (CoE) in Cellular Intelligence. The Agilent CoE, located at UC San Diego’s School of Medicine, will foster collaboration and innovation among researchers from Agilent and UC San Diego, plus other institutions and industry partners. Read more. | | |
The Baltimore, MD region's Business Monthly has published a Q&A interview with AURP's Brian Darmody, focusing on Maryland and the U.S.'s overall research parks scene and life sciences wet-lab capacity. "Members in our parks are working on technologies that improve health, eliminate pesticides, reduce energy consumption, explore outer space and exploring the limits of any other technology you can think of. Helping to create the environment where that can happen is quite fulfilling," says Brian. Read more. | | |
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BRING YOUR NETWORK TO YOUR PARK OR DISTRICT
2025, 2026, or 2027 Conference Host Proposals
AURP is requesting proposals for members to host AURP’s 2025, 2026 or 2027 International Conferences.
As an AURP Conference host, you’ll gain international recognition for your research community and help shape content for the conference.
Contact Vickie Palmer with any questions.
Host Proposal Deadline: May 31
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RECOGNIZE PARKS/DISTRICTS, LEADERS AND INNOVATION
In Arkansas this fall, unite with peers to celebrate and honor our community and substantial achievements within the network.
AURP is currently accepting nominations for our 28th Annual Awards of Excellence in Innovation.
Nominations Deadline: June 7
Recognition categories:
- Outstanding Park / District
- Emerging Park / District
- Innovation
- Leadership
- Career Achievement
- Rising Star: A New Generation of Leadership
Learn more & submit your nomination
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The Accreditation Council for Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities (ACEEU) is calling for submissions for its annual awards recognizing "Entrepreneurship and Engagement Excellence in Higher Education." The ACEEU's awards include the Emerging Innovation & Entrepreneurship Ecosystem of the Year and the Innovation and Collaboration Space of the Year Award. The deadline for awards submission (via a short application) is April 15. The Awards Ceremony will be in Sao Paulo, Brazil, June 2024. Read more. | |
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AURP CAREER CENTER
Check out the AURP Career Center to discover your
next career opportunity, including:
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Assistant Director of Innovation Hub (Real Estate) – University of Illinois-Chicago
- President and Chief Executive Officer – Cherokee Farm Development Corporation
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President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Nexus Louisiana
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Executive Director of the NSF Engine: Louisiana Energy Transition Engine – Louisiana State University
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Vice Provost for Research, Scholarly Inquiry, and Creative Activity – Wake Forest University
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Associate Vice President for Research for Science & Policy – University of Utah
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Assistant Vice Chancellor, Partnerships – North Carolina State University
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Director of Churchill Technology & Business Park – Jefferson (LA) Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO)
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Project Manager: Economic Development – Waymaker Group
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SUBMIT YOUR STORY FOR A FUTURE PARK POST!
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Would you like to showcase your Community of Innovation, tenant or university activities (including newly released Impact Reports) in an upcoming AURP Park Post? We want to hear your stories and news to share with our greater AURP community. Email us today! | |
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