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"The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research builds on the strength of Virginia Tech's research and development and economic development activities. It is creating a vibrant source of innovation in south central Virginia. These programs demonstrate market-based results and ought to be replicated across the country."

--Thomas M. Sullivan, Chief Counsel, Office of Advocacy, Small Business Administration

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Advanced and Applied Polymer Processing Institute

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Regional Assets

As a region, Southside Virginia already has a foothold in the polymers industry. The Advanced and Applied Polymer Processing Institute (AAPPI) will take advantage of these regional assets and build upon them to help create new polymer-related businesses.

Advanced Infrastructure

AAPPI serves as a virtual incubator for development of entrepreneurial polymer-related businesses and strengthening established polymer-based corporations in the region.


aappi-hands.jpgAAPPI's advanced polymer testing and research infrastructure is an enormous asset to small and medium-sized polymer companies; AAPPI's facilities and expertise are available for contract research. By contracting with AAPPI, smaller firms can utilize state-of-the-art equipment at a fraction of the purchasing cost.

Industry Educational Opportunities

AAPPI is affiliated with Virginia Tech, the nation's fifth nationally ranked polymers program.  Through short courses and other educational offerings, AAPPI draws polymer industry professionals from around the region, and potentially from around the nation, to Southside and exposes them to state-of-the-art polymer testing and processing facilities.

Contracting with AAPPI

The advanced infrastructure and expertise of AAPPI is available to individuals and companies. Click here to find out more about what AAPPI can do for you.
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