University Research Corridor

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. University Research Corridor articles below.

Daily News

Michigan’s URC Contributes $958M, 11,600 Jobs In Detroit

June 2, 2016

The University Research Corridor accounts for one in 20 Motor City jobs amidst continued recovery, according to a new report.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Canada: Your Investment Destination For Supply Chain Resiliency

Canada April 30, 2021

Brand, market access, and talent are among the numerous advantages Canada enjoys amid the reshaping of global supply chains.

Locations For The Biotech Industry: Microscopic Miracles

Industry Focus April 28, 2021

Successful introduction of mRNA vaccines has created a platform for the rapid development of new treatments.

Business Facilities Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Virginia I81-I77 Crossroads

January 15, 2021

The VIAA region is composed of five counties and one city in the Southwestern region of Virginia, with one of the leading trucking routes traversing the region.

Business Facilities Featured Location Videos

South Carolina

Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina

April 30, 2021

Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive.

Breaking News

Troy Industries Relocating HQ To Tennessee

Corporate Headquarters May 14, 2021

The small arms components and accessories manufacturer will invest more than $7 million to relocate its headquarters, manufacturing operations to Clarksville, TN.

HudsonAlpha Launches Expansion Project At Biotech Campus

Biotech & Pharma May 13, 2021

The expansion will include a global headquarters for Discovery Life Sciences, and laboratory and greenhouse space for HudsonAlpha’s Center for Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture.

Jacksonville Delivers Bold Advantages For Fintech Firms

Economic Development May 13, 2021

With a commitment to growing world class talent, Jacksonville is an ideal location for fintech companies looking to grow and succeed.

Troy Industries Relocating HQ To Tennessee

Corporate Headquarters May 14, 2021

The small arms components and accessories manufacturer will invest more than $7 million to relocate its headquarters, manufacturing operations to Clarksville, TN.

HudsonAlpha Launches Expansion Project At Biotech Campus

Biotech & Pharma May 13, 2021

The expansion will include a global headquarters for Discovery Life Sciences, and laboratory and greenhouse space for HudsonAlpha’s Center for Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture.

Hilmar Cheese Company Bringing 247 New Jobs To Kansas

Food Processing May 12, 2021

Hilmar Cheese Company plans to invest $460 million to build a major production facility in Dodge City, KS.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

BuzziShield Offers New Way To Define Workspace May 14, 2021
BuzziShield room dividers and desk panels from BuzziSpace Studio offer playful, creative solutions to divvy-up office space. - Read: BuzziShield Offers New Way To Define Workspace at FacilityExecutive.com.
In Times Of Low Occupancy, Variable Speed HVAC Aids Efficiency May 14, 2021
In the face of COVID-19, low or no building occupancy coupled with the need to increase outdoor air into a facility presents a challenge to many facility management teams. - Read: In Times Of Low Occupancy, Variable Speed HVAC Aids Efficiency at FacilityExecutive.com.
Clorox TurboPro Electrostatic Sprayer and Disinfectant May 14, 2021
Clorox TurboPro Electrostatic Sprayer and Disinfectant make trusted surface disinfecting coverage more mobile with a cordless design. - Read: Clorox TurboPro Electrostatic Sprayer and Disinfectant at FacilityExecutive.com.