University of Illinois Research Park

The Research Park at the University of Illinois is a collaboration between the University and Fox/Atkins Development, LLC.  It is designed to encourage research and development by private industry, while providing access to numerous amenities including the benefits of:

• Leading faculty who can offer expertise and world-class research in relevant fields for a specific business purposes. Faculty often help as consultants, engage through Research Park startups, and provide guidance to companies on a wide range of topics.

• An exceptional student population providing a year-round workforce allowing companies flexibility in setting up teams with high skills to rapidly work on projects with interdisciplinary teams while also creating a pipeline for full-time recruitment.

• Local peer community of companies in the Research Park that share best practices with each other in a close-knit community. Site directors, employees, and interns network with each other at many of the regularly offered information sharing events, social activities, and skill development opportunities.

• National recognition with reoccurring placement on lists such as Forbes.com “12 Business Incubators Changing The World.” the University of Illinois Research Park is known for supporting entrepreneurship and facilitating innovation.