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Investing in Indy's Future

We make a difference where it matters most—by growing the Indiana's talent pipeline, and partnering with  community and industry leaders on research that improves lives for Hoosiers across the state.
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We are IU Indianapolis

From groundbreaking cures to transformational innovations in technology, IU Indianapolis researchers, faculty, and students make discoveries and explore ideas that lead to new business in the Hoosier state. 
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Research

IU LAB positions Indy as bioscience leader

IU Indianapolis will host IU LAB, a state-of-the-art facility supported by a $138M Lilly Endowment Inc grant—IU's largest grant ever in support of research and development. The new initiative will facilitate the development and commercialization of new products and expand Indiana's growing bioscience industry.

Explore IU LAB
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Industry growth

Co-op trains Indy's hospitality workforce

As host of events like the NBA All-Star Game, the Olympic Swimming Trials, and Taylor Swift's Eras tour, Indy's hotel industry continues to grow. IU Indianapolis, in partnership with White Lodging, is preparing students to meet growing tourism demand in Indianapolis with tailored internships that lead to careers.

Growing Hoosier hospitality
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Workforce development

Boosting Indy's talent pipeline

IU Indianapolis and Eli Lilly and Company are growing Indiana's workforce by providing hands-on training for students who will grow their careers in-state and meet talent needs. Lilly offers students opportunities to graduate career-ready in fields such as finance, human resources, and information technology.

Training tomorrow's talent