The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) provides the physical infrastructure and collaborative partnership opportunities to support applied research, product development and innovation. Through flexible partnerships and rentable lab, greenhouse and office space, IALR helps academic institutions, startups and established companies advance their work in biotechnology, plant science, materials science and related fields.

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IALR’s Applied Research division is home to state-of-the-art labs, expert scientists and an environment designed for hands-on collaboration. Whether the goal is to access proprietary assets, co-develop intellectual property, or secure research space and services, IALR offers solutions that scale with evolving needs.

Partnership Opportunities

IALR offers several partnership structures to support research and commercialization. These include material transfer agreements for testing proprietary plant endophytes, contract research and service agreements with complete IP protection, exclusive and non-exclusive licensing agreements and co-development of intellectual property. IALR also collaborates with academic institutions on grant proposals. These models promote innovation while ensuring appropriate ownership and value-sharing.

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Lab, Greenhouse and Office Space

Laboratory benches, dedicated lab suites, greenhouse and office space are available for rent on flexible terms. As a public-sector nonprofit, IALR provides affordable options for research-driven organizations seeking physical space and technical support. Tenants also benefit from proximity to on-site researchers, specialized equipment and other co-located companies engaged in applied science and innovation.

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Advanced Materials Lab

The Advanced Materials Lab at IALR is equipped to support polymer testing and characterization for various industries. Companies can rent out time in the lab for both exploratory research and practical applications in material science. Capabilities include materials identification, thermal analysis, physical testing and chemical analysis.

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Broad Research Expertise

These offerings are supported by IALR’s wide-ranging scientific capabilities and specialized centers, including the Plant Endophyte Research Center, the CEA Innovation Center and a full suite of contract research services. These resources allow for multidisciplinary collaboration and the translation of scientific discovery into real-world impact.

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