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Driving innovation, commercialization and economic growth in a global economy through university, industry and government partnerships.

Connect with AURP on other platforms https://linktr.ee/AURP The Association of University Research Parks (AURP) is a professional association of university related research and science parks and those that support them. AURP's mission is to foster innovation, commercialization and economic growth in a global economy through university, industry and government partnerships.

10/08/2026

The connections that count.

While the 2026 AURP International Conference may have come to a close, the connections made in Dallas are just getting started.

From reconnecting with familiar faces to building new relationships, our conference brought together a global community of leaders, innovators and changemakers who share a commitment to advancing communities of innovation.

It's these conversations, collaborations and relationships that make the AURP community so special.

Here's to the connections made, the ideas shared and the opportunities still to come!

10/05/2026

Now that’s what innovation in Texas looks like.

Three days of meaningful conversations, new connections, forward-thinking ideas and a global community coming together in Dallas.

The 2026 AURP International Conference celebrated the people, places and partnerships shaping the future of innovation, while marking 40 years of AURP along the way.

A special thank you to Pegasus Park for being an incredible host and helping make this year’s conference one to remember.

Next stop: Indianapolis for the 2027 AURP International Conference. We’ll see you there!

10/01/2026

What a special way to celebrate 40 years of AURP.

During the 2026 International Conference in Dallas, we had the privilege of recognizing this year’s AURP Awards of Excellence recipients—leaders, organizations and communities whose work continues to strengthen the innovation ecosystem.

Congratulations to our 2026 honorees:
Innovation Impact Award: Marble Technologies
Leadership Award: Lyda Hill
Appreciation Award: Austin Beggs
Vision Award: Scott Levitan
Rising Star – Next Gen Innovation Leader: Casey Carrillo
Master Planning Excellence in Innovation: The Pearl Innovation District
Emerging Community of Innovation: The Peninsula Innovation District
Distinguished Community of Innovation of the Year: Purdue Research Park

For four decades, AURP has brought together the people and places advancing research, discovery, economic development and innovation. This year’s recipients are a reflection of that work and of the incredible community that has shaped AURP over the past 40 years.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Dallas to celebrate this milestone, and congratulations again to each of our 2026 award recipients. We’re proud to celebrate all you have accomplished and the impact you continue to make.

Here’s to 40 years of building communities of innovation—and to what comes next.

09/30/2026

The 2026 AURP International Conference is officially in full swing! 🎉

We kicked off conference week with our AURP Board Dinner at Electric Shuffle, bringing together our Board of Directors, sponsors and community leaders for an evening of great conversations, connections and a little friendly competition.

Here are a few highlights from a great night in Dallas!

09/26/2026

Team AURP Tucson has officially made it to Dallas!

We’re getting settled in and gearing up for an exciting week at . We can’t wait to welcome our AURP community for a week of great conversations, connections and all things communities of innovation.

See you soon!

09/22/2026

Pack your bags — we’re headed to Dallas! 🤠✈️

The AURP 2026 International Conference is almost here, and we can’t wait to bring the AURP community together at Pegasus Park.

Get ready for a few days of fresh ideas, great conversations, new connections, and plenty of Texas-sized innovation.

See you soon, Dallas!

09/18/2026

How are university innovation leaders navigating the changing landscape of research, entrepreneurship and economic development?

At the AURP 2026 International Conference, Craig Arnold, Daniel Hommes, Ian McClure and Scott Shrake will come together for a conversation about the evolving role of innovation leadership, and what it means for technology transfer, startup growth and the innovation ecosystems they support.

Kevin Byrne will moderate the conversation and bring these perspectives together on the Main Stage at Pegasus Park.

We’re excited for this one!

09/16/2026

We’re officially just two weeks away from the AURP 2026 International Conference, and the countdown is on!

Now’s the time to finalize those travel plans, download the conference app, sign up for a Dine Around and get ready for three days of connections, conversations and fresh ideas at Pegasus Park.

We can’t wait to welcome the AURP community to Dallas. See you in two weeks!

09/14/2026

Get the most out of your AURP 2026 International Conference experience with the AURP Mobile App.

Browse the agenda, connect with fellow attendees, explore sponsor profiles, view venue maps, and stay informed with real-time updates, all from your phone.

Download before you arrive so you're ready from day one.

If you have trouble with app, redownload to bypass system complications.

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and all those whose lives were forever changed.

We reflect on the courage of the first responders, the strength of communities, and the unity shown in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

May we continue to carry forward a spirit of compassion, resilience, and remembrance. We will never forget.

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