Strategic Partners

Core Techonology Alliance

The mission of the Core Technology Alliance is to develop a collaborative network of technologically sophisticated core facilities to enhance life sciences research and product development throughout the State of Michigan .

It is envisioned that the Core Technology Alliance will be a catalyst for development of life sciences and biotechnology research and development by providing access to advanced technologies to Michigan researchers affiliated with universities, private research institutes and biotechnology or pharmaceutical firms .

21st Century Job Fund

21st Century Job Fund fosters growth in life sciences, advanced automotive technologies and homeland security industries through funding and resource collaboration, focusing on emerging technology sectors.

Southwest Michigan First

Southwest Michigan First is a privately funded, 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation formed by business and higher education leaders to promote economic development in Kalamazoo and the southwest Michigan region. Its mission is to retain, expand and attract businesses in the region.

Southwest Michigan Innovation Center

The Innovation Center is one part economic growth engine, one part technology enabler. It offers office space, equipment, common areas, managerial and technical assistance. By putting like-minded firms together in an environment built for growth, the Innovation Center creates cost-efficiencies and opportunities for very productive partnerships.

Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is a vibrant, nationally recognized student-centered research institution with an enrollment of nearly 30,000. WMU is focused on delivering high-quality undergraduate instruction, advancing its growing graduate division and fostering significant research activities.