Mission
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, manufacturing advancement and conference services.
focus
Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Learn how we discover breakthroughs, create opportunity, grow innovation, power progress and host excellence. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in preserving and delivering this mission on a daily basis.
Our Accomplishments
IALR collaborates with organizations across Southern Virginia to drive economic transformation and regional growth.
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Summit East
Hosted at IALR in October 2022, the debut of the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Summit East brought more than 200 producers, educators, scientists, engineers, developers, extension specialists and other industry members together.
Endophyte Research
A unique venture at the forefront of biostimulant research, the Plant Endophyte Research Center at IALR leverages private and public partnerships and funding to study how endophytes can enhance agricultural production.
Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM)
A consortium among partners such as the U.S. Department of Defense, IALR, Danville Community College, Phillips Corporation and The SPECTRUM Group, ATDM is a prototype for rapidly developing skilled workers to enter the defense industrial base.
Advanced Machining Training
A collaborative, industry-driven model, the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research and Danville Community College offer a seven-month, advanced-level Integrated Machining Technology training program. Thanks to qualified instructors and state-of-the art technology and training sites, this program has enabled 120 students to take their advanced machining skills training and knowledge to the next level since 2015.
Upcoming Events
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Jun
An Evening with Clifton Taulbert: “The Entrepreneurial Mindset”
Jun 06 @ 5:30PM - 8:00PM
09
Jun
Computer Training Workshop – Navigating the Internet for Seniors: Part 1
Jun 09 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PMOur Impact
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) strives to significantly impact the communities we serve. Through advanced learning, manufacturing advancement, applied research, economic development and the Institute Conference Center, we bring together the many diverse resources of both public and private entities at the regional and statewide levels. Read below for some of our accomplishments.
$135,000+
Funds Raised
for Nonprofits by the Decorating the Trees and Wreaths for a Cause programs since 2010
18,345
Learners Served through STEM Programs
$423M
Capital Investment in the Region FY YTD
