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AURP 2023 AWARDS NOMINATIONS
Let's Celebrate AURP's Award Winners!

Submit your nominations for the research parks, companies and individuals that have demonstrated excellence in innovation!

We'll gather at AURP's 2023 International Conference, hosted by the the University of Delaware STAR Campus, and raise our glasses and toast this year's honorees in these categories:

  • Outstanding Research Park or Innovation District
  • Emerging Research Park or Innovation District
  • Rising Star: A New Generation of Innovation Leadership
  • Career Achievement Award
  • Innovation Award
  • Leadership Award


Let the celebration begin as we honor and toast our recipients of the
AURP 2023 Awards of Excellence in Innovation!

Join us October 16-19 at the University of Delaware's STAR Campus where we will honor top research parks, innovation districts and leaders from around the globe.

Add your name to our list of esteemed recipients: check out past awardees.
AURP 2024-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTOR NOMINATIONS

Interested in getting more involved in the leadership of your AURP network? 

Service on the AURP Board of Directors might be a good way to accomplish that. 
 
With the continued expansion of AURP's reach, we are seeking nominations from proven leaders to join us on the AURP Board of Directors to shape the strategic path of our innovation ecosystem.

Our future remains bright as the science and technology sector continues on an amazing upward trajectory and our communities of innovation are key to supporting that growth.

Nominations must be received no later than 5:00pm ET on Friday, June 2nd. 
AURP 2023 BIO HEALTH CAUCUS, JUNE 4-5, BOSTON
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The CHIPS and Science Act was passed to help accelerate the research and commercialization of critical technologies and create new regional high-tech hubs across the U.S. This new law also creates ARPA-H (Health), a flexible heath technology agency. Hear our presenters discuss the implications of this new funding and program activity for the biotech industry:

• Stephen Ezell, Vice President for Global Innovation Policy, ITIF
• Michael Ledford, Lewis-Burke Associates
• Moderator: Brian Darmody, Chief Strategy Officer, AURP
Resources & Announcements
The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting America’s Seed Fund Week (May 15-18) to help entrepreneurs become more aware of Small Business Innovation Research & Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) opportunities and the awards process. The week includes a virtual Startup Expo on May 15 featuring up-and-coming SBIR/STTR awardees and open houses on May 17 with the funding agencies. Register here to participate in all of the Week's activities. Learn more.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released a paper last week outlining its vision and strategy for a National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), a key component of the R&D program established by the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act. The NSTC would support and extend U.S. leadership in semiconductor research, design, engineering and advanced manufacturing, plus establish technical centers by expanding and improving research facilities across the country or by building new, advanced facilities. Read more.
University of California (UC) researchers disclosed 1,718 inventions in 2021, an average of five inventions per day ranging from agriculture, biotechnology and computing, according to a new report based on data from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. As part of this dynamic, UC research in 2021 resulted in 80 new startups. In 2022, the UC research enterprise was awarded 570 U.S. utility patents. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology ranked second with 343 utility patents. Read more.
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking one or more organizations to develop, launch and run a Builder Platform to support the NSF Regional Innovation Engines, or NSF Engines, awardees. The three-year Builder Platform contract will be a central component of the NSF Engines program, functioning as a human-centered network of support structures and offerings that will empower the NSF Engines with the tools, skills, networks and access to capital needed to thrive and attain success. Read more.
Advance Your Learning Curve
Learn from Your Peers with the Communities Of Innovation 101 Video Series
AURP's on-demand “Communities of Innovation 101 Education Series” (COI 101) provides ongoing professional development and education - on your schedule - geared to helping professionals start and grow university-based research parks, innovation districts and tech hubs. COI 101 is designed to support you through onboarding challenges and to get you on your feet to building your own community of innovation. Learn more. (See sample series below.)
#AURP Member & Industry News
A number of AURP members attended and presented at the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Annual Meeting last month. Brian Darmody, AURP Chief Strategy Officer, participated on a panel (photo) on harnessing higher education for economic development. Mary Morris with UM BioPark (AURP Member) spoke on creating communities of innovation around universities. Other AURP Sponsors and Members on hand included TEDCO, MEDCO, Maryland Department of Commerce, UMD Discovery District, St. Mary’s County's AeroPark Innovation District and Wexford Science + Tech.
The Oklahoma City Innovation District has joined a new cohort that is part of the Global Network of Innovation Districts (GIID). GIID launched the Global Network in March 2022 with an initial cohort of 23 innovation districts and is now expanding the network to include approximately 20 additional districts. Those innovation districts are exploring a range of issues, including how to leverage unique R&D strengths and efforts to attract industry and investment. Learn more.
Integral Molecular has become the first tenant to move into Philadelphia's One uCity Square, a 13-story, 400,000 square foot commercial research building that will celebrate its opening later this year. Integral Molecular, a key player in Philly's biotech community, just announced the official opening of its 32,000 square foot headquarters and integrated research facilities that will include its pandemic preparedness laboratories. One uCity is a joint project by AURP Members: Wexford Science + Technology and University City Science Center. Read more.
AURP Members were both winners and presenters at iNBIA's International Conference last week in Detroit.

The Innovation Hub at Texas Tech University Research Park was a winner as well as First Flight Venture Center (in photo; Krista Covey), based at Research Triangle Park in North Carolina. First Flight Venture Center won the "Randall Whaley Award" given to a center focused on technology companies. This award is named after the former director of University City Science Center, Randall Whaley, a long-time AURP member, who introduced the concept of incubation for tech companies.

AURP Member and Sponsor Momentum Labs also spoke at the conference. In addition, AURP's Brian Darmody participated on panel with SSTI and the Innovation Park of Tallahassee (AURP Member) on using government funding to build communities of innovation.
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Economic & Social Impact Reports

Research parks, innovation districts and tech hubs are strong economic, job-creating engines and contribute to economic development in local communities, regions, states and nations.

Our AURP Website features current impact studies that illustrate the dynamic impact of university research parks, innovation districts and tech hubs.

Take a look at the The Economic Impact of the University of Cambridge, 2023 via its research and development activities!

We're ready to include your impact report on our website! Learn more.

Check out the AURP Career Center to discover your next career opportunity, including:

  • Economic Development Manager – City of Corvallis, Oregon
  • Director of the Data Science Institute – Southern Methodist University
  • Associate Vice President for Research and Faculty Development – North Dakota State University
  • Research Finance Program Director – Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC
  • Executive Director Innovation HUB Network (9580) – University of Texas at San Antonio, Economic Development Unit
  • Director of Innovation and Economic Development – North Dakota State University
  • Vice President for Research – Kennesaw State University
  • Director of Entrepreneurship – EnterpriseWorks/UIUC Research Park – University of Illinois, Urbana, IL
SUBMIT YOUR STORY FOR A FUTURE PARK POST!

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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