2024-2025 Impact Report

Research Parks

The MSU Research Foundation’s Research Parks connect academic research with industry by providing environments where companies, researchers, and entrepreneurs work in close proximity. Through a network of facilities across Michigan, the Foundation supports collaboration, company growth, and industry engagement—helping translate research into products, services, and real-world applications.

By combining flexible lab and office space with access to university talent, research expertise, and strategic partners, the Research Parks serve as critical infrastructure for innovation, supporting startups, established companies, and long-term economic activity in the communities they serve.

By the Numbers:

This year, the MSU Research Foundation’s Research Parks continued to support company growth and industry engagement—providing space, connections, and infrastructure that help translate research into real-world impact across Michigan.

6

Facilities Across Three Michigan Markets
A connected network that brings companies closer to MSU research and talent.

190k

Square Feet of Lab, Office & Warehouse Space
Flexible infrastructure built for research, product development, and growing teams.

90%

Occupancy Rate

Consistently high demand confirms the need for innovation and growth infrastructure.

58

Tenant Companies (40 Physical + 18 Virtual)

A divers mix of startups, scaleups, and research-driven businesses.

1,700

Jobs Supported
People doing meaningful work across science, healthcare, and technology.

223

Corporate Innovation Partners
Ongoing relationships linking MSU research with industry.

Related Stories:

These stories highlight how MSU Research Foundation’s Research Parks are growing as places for entrepreneurship, design excellence, and collaboration—bringing new companies to campus and strengthening Michigan’s innovation environment.