Increasing economic opportunities for all
Healthy economic development is essential in order for a community to thrive. IU Indianapolis helps to make that happen through a wide variety of initiatives and partnerships.
Spurring innovation in Indianapolis
Innovate Indiana
Innovate Indiana is the driving force behind Indiana University’s efforts to move our state forward through economic development and technology commercialization.
Spearheaded by the Office of the Vice President for University Relations, Innovate Indiana works to invest in economic development efforts, bring faculty inventions to market, and connect businesses both locally and around the world.
Learn more about Innovate IndianaIndiana University Innovation and Commercialization Office
The Indiana University Innovation and Commercialization Office (ICO) works with researchers and faculty members to turn their research into innovative commercial projects. It helps clients make inventions, file patents, and launch start-up companies.
It also operates economic development centers that allow Indiana-based entrepreneurs to network with researchers and build new ventures together.
Learn more about the ICO
Attracting technology companies to Indiana
IU Indianapolis is working with 16 Tech, an innovation community across from campus, to bring new job opportunities to area residents and revitalize their neighborhoods.
The development has already found its anchor employer—the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute—and hopes to bring many more to the area.
There are also plans for new housing and retail space, which will give residents more options and better prospects in both the short and long term.
Learn more about 16 TechPlanning for a successful future
We are working with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Central Indiana Corporate Partnership, and Accelerate Indy to develop sustainable plans for our city’s future.
By working together with public, private, and nonprofit organizations, we can facilitate a brighter future for everyone.