Nowhere in the United States is the accelerating biotechnology sector more apparent than at University Research Park (URP) in Madison, Wisconsin. Tenants in the park include some of biotechnologys biggest success stories, including Third Wave Technologies, NimbleGen Systems, EMD Biosciences (Novagen), Invitrogen (PanVera), SAFC (Tetrionics) and Cellular Dynamics, a drug screening company founded by UWMadison stem-cell pioneer James Thomson.

Home to 114 companies, most of which were founded on discoveries made at the University of Wisconsin Madison, URP’s groundbreaking approach and innovative tenant solutions encourage the development and commercialization of cutting-edge ideas. The park is a partner of UWMadison, where the world-renowned research faculty hold more scientific patents than at any other public university in the country. The partnership generates great jobs in the community while affording tremendous access and support for URP companies at the university.

In addition to providing infrastructure and facilities for established companies, University Research Park offers unique opportunities, resources and incentives for early-stage companies through specialized growth environments.

Early-stage companies enjoy:
* UW Library access
* Career Services
* Voice mail and phone system
* DS-3 data connection
* 9 conference rooms
* Dining commons
* Mail and copy rooms
* 24-hour access
* Shared lab equipment
* Shipping and receiving
* Small animal facility