Where Partnerships Take Shape
We turn university research into real-world growth, driving innovation for the region and beyond.
Five years of momentum
From an administrative office to a regional innovation engine.
A Trusted Front Door for Complex Collaboration
As a legally separate yet university-aligned entity, the ETSU Research Corporation operates with the speed and flexibility modern partnership requires. We enable faculty, staff, and students while serving as the connector for external partners seeking durable engagement with ETSU.
Investing in the physical and digital backbone of regional research, from wet labs to scale-up capacity.
Long-term relationships with industry, government, and philanthropy that sustain innovation and workforce growth.
Every platform, one coordinated team
We take a consulting-led strategy approach and let outcomes drive the work, backed by a few focused specialty areas. Each platform stands on its own, yet together they form a single innovation engine for the region.
Strategic Consulting
Innovation-led problem solving. Bring us a challenge, we help find the solution.
ETSU Innovation Lab
A launchpad for founders — coworking, mentorship, and hands-on business services under one roof.
Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC)
One-on-one advising that helps entrepreneurs start, grow, and sustain a business.
STEM Partners
Building the region's talent pipeline through Niswonger, Robot Drone League, MATE ROV, and BioBuilder.
Don’t know your platform? Let us help.
Most partners arrive with a goal, not a platform in mind. Tell us what you’re working on and we’ll point you to the right people. Start anywhere.
IP Commercialization & Tech Transfer
For ETSU faculty, staff, and students: we capture your invention's IP and open the door to capital and partners.
Industry & Biomanufacturing
Move-in-ready wet labs and a shared equipment suite at Valleybrook.
Economic Development
We focus on innovation-led economic development, turning research and partnerships into jobs, investment, and regional growth.
In good company
Let's build something together
Tell us what you're working on, and we'll point you to the right team.