Iowa State University Research park

The Iowa State University Research Park (ISURP) is a growing technology community and incubator for new and expanding businesses, providing access to the vast array of resources available at Iowa State University: from talent pipeline management, to specialized equipment, to access to the research infrastructure. ISURP is a 500+ acre development serving an upwards of 100 tenant companies, with more than 800,000 square feet of developed building space. The statewide impact from companies with strong ties to ISURP cannot be overstated; five companies that started at ISURP have gone public and multiple others have enjoyed successful liquidity events. The current tenant roster boasts world headquarters locations for two publicly traded companies and major research and development facilities for 10 others.

CropX Acquires EnGeniousAg for Breakthrough Nitrogen Sensing Technology

EGA Brings Patented Technology for Plant, Water, and Soil Nitrogen Monitoring  San Francisco, 18 September 2024 – CropX, a leader in digital agronomic solutions, announces the acquisition of EnGeniousAg, a startup focused on advanced nitrogen sensing applications for agriculture. EnGeniousAg developed an innovative nitrogen sensing technology with the potential to transform nitrogen management by offering farmers new precision tools to optimize nitrogen fertilizer application and minimize...

Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc. Ranks on Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2023

AMES, Iowa. (07/08/24)— Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc. (ISURF) has tied for the ranking of 42 on the “Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2023,” a list published by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). The ranking is an improvement of 12 placings from 2022, and places ISU 26th among public institutions.  Published annually, this ranking serves to highlight and celebrate U.S. universities that play a large role in...

Industry assistance grows local economies

Stellar Industries started with three employees and an idea. With support from CIRAS, the Garner-based company has grown to more than 800 employees with an extensive product line. Photo by Dave Olson.

Shimkat Among Leaders Honored at Iowa Rural Summit

AMES, IA (April 15, 2024) – The 8th Annual Iowa Rural Summit last week included a special recognition of six rural leaders, including Lisa Shimkat of Fort Dodge.  Shimkat was honored for her leadership of Iowa’s small business development center (SBDC) network and her statewide commitment to economic development.      The Iowa Rural Summit brings together leaders from small towns across Iowa each year, and this year’s event included a special tribute to a group of individuals who have made a...

CAREERS

Find your next career right here. ISU Research Park provides you an opportunity to work in the growing field of science & technology.

There are currently 63 positions available with ISURP tenants.

Expand your capabilities with collaborative relationships available through the Iowa State University Research Park.

ISU Research Park’s established network allows you to simplify your own business model, exchange ideas, and grow in your industry. 

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