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 qualified future workforce. This is how we move technology through Technology Readiness Levels 8-9 to ensure positive societal impact.
Press
5NEWS - U of A celebrates opening of Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research building
April 15, 2025
The university says the building will bring students and researchers from different academic sectors.
KUAF - Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research opens to the public
April 16, 2025
Earlier this month, Ozark at Large’s Sophia Nourani was able to get a sneak peak of the new Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research, or I3R, on the UofA campus. Walking alongside Ranu Jung, associate vice chancellor of the university and founding executive director of the institute, Sophia had the chance to discuss the space and some of the work that will be done there.
Venturewell - Meet the 2025 Cohort of FLIPspace: Advanced Mobility Arkansas
January, 2025
Eleven teams have been selected to participate in the inaugural cohort of FLIPspace: Advanced Mobility Arkansas, a program designed to empower innovators to address the most pressing transportation challenges in Arkansas by tapping into the power of federal intellectual property...