Isu Research Park

the isu research park is a 230-acre development with over 270,000 square feet of building space. we are located in ames, iowa, just south of the iowa state university campus. while the park is closely connected with the university, we operate independently to help our tenants reach proprietary goals. the isu research park offers assistance and accessibility to many university and area connections, including facilities, expertise, technology, financing, recruiting and more. we strive to create an innovation community and provide an incubator for new and expanding businesses. the park also assists young iowa-based companies develop their potential and nurtures scientific and technological entrepreneurial ventures. the research park represents an investment in excess of $20 million and generates $3.5 million in operating income each year. fund appropriation from the state also represents over $325,000 annually. the isu research park corporation was established in 1987 as a not-for