What makes I3R different?
I3R is a new kind of public research institute, one with convergence at its core and differentiated by a dual mandate to advance research excellence and impact economic development. Most research institutions focus on discovery and development. Some venture into delivery. Our goal is deployment of innovations at scale through partnerships with industry, community and philanthropic organizations while educating and empowering a diverse and qualified future workforce. This is how we move technology through Technology Readiness Levels 8-9 to ensure positive societal impact.
Calendar
Events at I3R
I3R Virtual Office Hours
September 11, 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
We invite anyone who would like to learn more about I3R—research, capabilities, and collaboration opportunities—to join at their convenience.
Meeting ID: 404 226 0339
Passcode: VJx1T&FP
Speaker Series – Younghye Song, Ph.D.
September 13, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Tissue engineering approaches to study cancer-nerve crosstalk
Speaker Series – William Masters, Ph.D.
September 20, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Measuring food access using the cost and affordability of a healthy diet: Insights from retail prices worldwide
I3R Virtual Office Hours
September 27, 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
We invite anyone who would like to learn more about I3R—research, capabilities, and collaboration opportunities—to join at their convenience.
Meeting ID: 404 226 0339
Passcode: VJx1T&FP
Events we're attending
Advancing Biology-Inspired Engineering Conference
September 13
Ranu Jung, Ph.D. Keynote Speaker
Society for Neuroscience- Neuroscience 2024
October 5-9
Press
The Arkansas Traveler- U of A’s new research-level MRI scanner provides opportunities for innovation and economic development
August 28, 2024
The University of Arkansas’ first research-level MRI scanner, the Magnetom Cima.X, was delivered to the building for the Institute for Integrative & Innovative Research, which is set to open later this year.
Ozarks at Large- Innovative tech arrives for nearly-complete research institute at U of A
August 29, 2024
Construction for the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research at the University of Arkansas, or I3R, is nearly complete. By spring 2025, students will fill the halls of the almost 150,000-square-foot facility, which has been almost three years in the making. Sophia Nourani visited the construction site this past weekend, where university faculty and staff celebrated the arrival of a state-of-the-art MRI machine.
Arkansas Magazine Feature Reaching Across Realities (PDF)
Fall 2023
I³R researchers are creating the future of virtual and augmented reality. Read how their research in neuro-haptic feedback in VR/AR has potential high-impact applications for the military and for physical rehabilitation interventions.
NWA Tech Summit Names 2023 Innovators of the Year
November 1, 2023
The Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce and the NWA Tech Summit have named Dr. Ranu Jung, executive director of the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research, as Innovator of the Year. The Innovator of the Year is selected based upon demonstration of outstanding technical and entrepreneurial talent, positive contribution to NWA, and the advancement of the region’s economic ecosystem.
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