Tag University Research Park
Regents approve lease that will expand UW lab space
The lease with Element Labs provides critical research laboratory space needed to expand UW–Madison’s ability to recruit world-class faculty. Read More
Regents approve University Research Park agreement
Goals of the program include promotion of economic development and innovation, expansion of the university’s economic impact, creation of more opportunities for local commerce, and strengthening the long-term fiscal health of UW–Madison. Read More
Aldevron expands manufacturing capabilities in Madison
Aldevron’s partnership with UW–Madison in research and education is a compelling reason the company has continued to invest in its Madison site, its CEO said. Read More
Initiative focuses on advanced technology innovations in biomanufacturing
A $750,000 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. announced today (Sept. 6) establishes the Forward BIO Initiative, a collaborative effort to make Wisconsin a recognized center of excellence for biomanufacturing. Read More
UW biotech spinoff Mirus Bio celebrates two decades in business
The company makes cutting-edge products based on discoveries by three UW scientists for delivering DNA and RNA into cells. Read More
University Research Park announces new associate director
Paul Muench is a graduate of UW–Madison’s Graaskamp Real Estate Program and holds a master’s degree in architecture from UW–Milwaukee. Read More
Olver to lead University Research Park
Aaron Olver, a former secretary of the state Department of Commerce and head of Madison’s economic development division, has been hired as managing director of University Research Park (URP). Read More
University Research Park event seeks to jump-start startups
Madison's third annual Startup Weekend event, whose goal is to assemble entrepreneurial minds from Southern Wisconsin and beyond to collaborate on innovative projects and potentially form startup companies, will be held April 4 to 6 at the University Research Park in Madison. Read More
University Research Park: A business incubator that is “changing the world”
University Research Park and the MG&E Innovation Center on its campus were cited yesterday, November 15, by Forbes Magazine as among the top breeding grounds for compelling high-tech startups. Read More
Hyer assumes leadership as University Research Park continues to grow
With last Friday's retirement of longtime University Research Park Director Mark Bugher, associate director Greg Hyer is assuming the role of interim director of the successful, 260-acre park on the West Side of Madison. Read More
Bugher to retire after guiding University Research Park growth, success
Mark Bugher, who helped to mold UW–Madison’s University Research Park into an economic and technology transfer force admired nationally, plans to retire in October. Read More
Ward names Bugher as a special assistant on policy issues
Interim Chancellor David Ward today announced the appointment of Mark Bugher, director of University Research Park, to be his special assistant on a variety of policy issues. Read More