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Illinois Ventures is a premier seed and early-stage technology investment firm focused on research-derived companies in information technologies, physical sciences, and life sciences. They help to start and build businesses based on innovations from the University of Illinois. Illinois Ventures brings together leading researchers and entrepreneurs to mold concepts, vision, intellectual property, and passion into breakthrough, high-growth companies. illinoisventures.com Illinois Ventures at Research Park Illinois Ventures Launches Illini Angels Investment Network AgTech Innovation Summit 2022 | Investing in AgTech (Part 2) IllinoisVENTURES featured in The Daily Illini Wired In: Thomas Parkinson of IllinoisVENTURES Connect with Illinois Ventures at Research Park Linkedin.com/company/illinoisventures/  

Indoor Climate Research and Training (ICRT) conducts basic research at the intersection of energy efficiency and indoor air quality, and also runs the training program for the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program which provides weatherization services to families around the state of Illinois. Research projects include studies on radon, ventilation, and combustion safety and the impacts on human health. ICRT is part of the Applied Research Institute (ARI) within the University of Illinois College of Engineering. ARI is a unique university-based laboratory, where industry and federal clients connect with researchers in an integrated environment to understand their needs and rapidly bring solutions to the market. ARI provides rapid, cost-effective solutions to problems of mutual interest across sectors and agencies of government, with a sharp focus on the commercial development of technologies that are validated before they leave the laboratory. Indoor Climate Research and Training – Champaign County Regional Planning Commission (ccrpc.org) Indoor Climate Research and Training at Research Park Wired In Interview with Paul Francisco, Manager of University of Illinois’ Indoor Climate Research and Training Program Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon Performs Ribbon Cutting at Grand Opening of Weatherization Training Facility  

Phi Optics Inc was founded in 2009 to respond to the market’s request for QPI enabled devices. The company is developing the next generation of optical imaging systems through its Quantitative Phase Imaging Platform. Phi Optics technology platform uses standard tools and processes and combines the performance of traditional modalities of a light microscope (e.g. fluorescence, DIC, phase contrast) with the real-time 3D topography capabilities of QPI. This combination offers a significant advantage for applications that require low-cost, fast, and accurate imaging of nanostructures. phioptics.com Phi Optics at Research Park Phi Optics Recognized for Outstanding Technology by Central Illinois Business Phi Optics CEO Interviewed About New Technology Imaging Startup Phi Optics Closes Seed Funding Round Innovation celebration winner, Entrepreneurial Excellence: New Venture Award Connect with Phi Optics Linkedin.com/company/phi-optics-inc-/ Instagram.com/phioptics/  

PowerWorld Corporation provides simulation and visualization software to the global electric power industry. PowerWorld specializes in making complex power system concepts easy to understand through a rich, user-friendly graphical interface and powerful visualization platform. PowerWorld also includes utilities, independent system operators (ISO), regional transmission organizations (RTO), independent power producers, power marketers, power traders, industry consultants, government agencies, research laboratories, and world-class research and teaching universities. They also provide consulting services related to the study of power systems and power markets. powerworld.com Connect with PowerWorld Corporation Youtube.com/user/PowerWorldCorp/

LifeFoundry consists of engineers who work to enable microorganisms, as cell factories, to produce value-added chemicals from low-cost renewable feedstocks like corn and sugar cane. To create desired traits in these industrial microorganisms, LifeFoundry leverages its fully-automated robotic platform and a proprietary machine-learning algorithm to explore the vast number of genomic configurations. LifeFoundry is currently working with Fortune 500 companies to expedite R&D and optimize existing bioproduction processes. life-foundry.com LifeFoundry at Research Park EnterpriseWorks startups 2021 Illinois life science showcase Ran Chao Featured in News-Gazette Research Park on Track to Change World with Innovation Intern Awards Best Entrepreneurial Leadership in a Startup Finalist 2022 – Tianshu Wei Connect with lifeFoundry Linkedin.com/company/lifefoundry/ Twitter.com/life_foundry

Littelfuse is a global manufacturer of leading technologies in circuit protection, power control, and sensing. Their products are found in automotive and commercial vehicles, industrial applications, data and telecommunications, medical devices, consumer electronics, and appliances. Littelfuse’s 11,000 worldwide associates partner with customers to design, manufacture and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions, for a safer, greener, and increasingly connected world. littelfuse.com   Littelfuse at Research Park Success Story Connect with Littelfuse Facebook.com/Littelfuse/ Instagram.com/littelfuse/ Linkedin.com/company/littelfuse/ Twitter.com/Littelfuse

Maxflow develops a cloud-based platform for creating and sharing computer-based workflows that piece together stand-alone apps to accomplish more complete tasks. This is analogous to the assembly line in manufacturing where individual stations are chained together to create a more complete work. The created workflow facilitates the automation of tasks, encapsulates best practices, and helps democratize the use of sophisticated software tools. It enables the automatic search for optimal results by coupling design optimization algorithms with the ability to run the workflow automatically. maxflowtech.com  

MS Bioanalytical (MSB) is an FDA-registered and independent testing service company specializing in the analysis of food and nutrition supplements. Their service scope includes vitamins and minerals, dietary nutrients, herbal products, functional foods, food additives, cosmetics, cannabis, pharmaceuticals, and food contamination and toxins. MSB’s goal is to provide quality service at a fast turnaround time at a reasonable cost. msbioanalytical.com  

Cargill’s mission is to nourish the world safely, responsibly, and sustainably. As the world constantly changes, Cargill is constantly searching for fresh, new innovations. Cargill connects farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive. Cargill combines 154 years of experience with new technologies and insights to serve as a trusted partner for food, agriculture, financial and industrial customers in more than 125 countries. Side-by-side, Cargill is building a stronger, sustainable future for agriculture. cargill.com   Cargill Innovation Lab at Research Park Cargill Site Director Jen Quinlan Talk at 2023 Women In Tech Luncheon Cargill Innovation Lab Featured in MN Tech Magazine Cargill Innovation Lab Grand Opening  2020 Photos Cargill Innovation Lab Opens at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Research Park Agtech Summit 2020 Career Fair 2019 Intern Awards Most Competent and Collaborative Team Intern Award 2023 – Maddie Kwon and Robin Hazard Most Competent and Collaborative Team Finalist 2023 – Adaeze Asonye and Sara Lin Best Business Innovation Finalist 2023 – Demi Apostolakos Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student Intern Finalist 2022 – Madison Park Best Business Innovation 2022 – Cindy Phung Connect with Cargill Facebook.com/Cargill/ Instagram.com/cargill/ Linkedin.com/company/cargill/ Youtube.com/user/Cargill Twitter.com/cargill Jen Quinlan: linkedin.com/in/jenquinlan/ Positions and Skills Cargill has offered internships and full-time offers in software engineering, data science, and UI/UX design. Cargill seeks candidates who are team-oriented, innovative, analytical and have a basic foundation in technical skills.

Brunswick is an industry leader in the marine space who focus on lifestyle products like recreational boats, marine engines, active recreation, and activated workplace products. The Brunswick I-Jet Lab (Illini – Joint Explorations in Technology) works closely with Brunswick’s corporate to further accelerate Brunswick’s progress in modernizing the recreational boating experience. I-Jet Lab creates prototypes for mobile apps, websites, and products that improve customer experience. With over 175 years of experience, the Company has grown to become a world leader in each of its product categories. In 2021, the Brunswick I-Jet Lab tripled in sized and moved to a new facility at 1907 S. Fourth Street, to accelerate support of the company’s  ACES (Autonomy, Connectivity and Electrification) strategy and vision to use technology and design to enhance the recreational boating experience. ijetlab.com          Brunswick I- Jet Lab at Research Park   Brunswick I-Jet Lab Showcases Innovative Technology at Consumer Electronics Show Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student Intern 2023 – Charlie Du Innovations at Research Park podcast featuring the intern experience at Brunswick’s I-Jet Lab with Trevor George and Meghan Reynolds on iTunes Podcasts and Spotify Brunswick i-Jet Lab Grand Opening Brunswick expands i-Jet lab innovation lab Brunswick makes a Splash at CES Brunswick I- Jet Lab 2017 Grand Opening Photos Brunswick Officially Opens Illini Joint Explorations in Technology Lab Interview with Troy Kollman, Brunswick’s i-Jet Lab Director Intern Awards Best Technical Innovation Finalist 2023 – Aniket Ajay Lad Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student Intern 2023 – Charlie Du Most Competent and Collaborative Team Finalist 2022 – Brunswick I-Jet CES Team Most Advanced Marketing and Business Development Finalist 2018 – Muhammad Ali Most Advanced Marketing and Business Development Finalist 2017 – Kshitij Inamdar Stay connected with Brunswick I-Jet Lab Facebook.com/ijetlab/ Instagram.com/ijetlab/ Positions and Skills for Brunswick I-Jet Lab Brunswick has offered internship positions in electrical engineering, industrial design, materials science and engineering, project management, mechanical engineering, and human resources. Brunswick looks for candidates who are adaptable, organized, detail-oriented, and effective communicators.