Your Research, Innovation, Activation partner

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WORLD-CLASS IN A RURAL SETTING

The ETSU Research Corporation formed to connect, convene and create world-class innovation at the speed of business. Through collaboration, our mission is to drive economic prosperity in the Appalachian Highlands.

Our consulting approach mixed with the power of East Tennessee State University makes your experiences with us unique and effective.

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Collaborators

Our friends enrich our region and impact our world.
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our Focus Areas

Our innovation mindset is a foundation for your future.

Center for Innovation

We support early-stage and small scaleable companies as well as create a robust sustainable environment able to seed, nurture, fund and grow entrepreneurial activity in the Appalachian Highlands region.

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Biomanufacturing

Partnering with BioBuilder and BioMade, we are committed to developing a biomanufacturing ecosystem in the Appalachian Highlands. 

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Innovation Lab

INNOVATION LAB

Our high-tech business incubator assists aspiring entrepreneurs to develop emerging technologies from concept through business scaling.

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Workforce Partnerships

Our education partners and initiatives are focused on the preparing the workforce of the future.

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PLATFORMS For Impact

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We inspire and equip organizations to use first-person storytelling as a tool for discover, inquiry, and impact.

 

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We believe a collaborative and outcome-oriented approach is needed to build a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. Learn more about our startup accelerator and intellectual property commercialization program.

 

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FACILITIES

Build your vision

Our adaptable facilities provide the entrepreneurial infrastructure and talent to efficiently and effectively support your vision.

 

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WE Convene Innovation

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