Protostudios offers a wide range of resources to its customers, both on campus and through external partnerships. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by experienced professionals, Protostudios provides expert guidance and cutting-edge tools for product development and prototyping. By connecting clients with industry partners and leveraging its extensive network, Protostudios ensures that innovative ideas are efficiently transformed into market-ready products.
Campus Resources
Office of Innovation
The Office of Innovation oversees Protostudios, UI Ventures, Iowa Research Park, and MADE, integrating prototyping, manufacturing, startup support, and investment to create a unified environment that advances innovation and entrepreneurship.
UI Ventures
UI Ventures invests in and supports early-stage startups at the University of Iowa, offering financial backing and strategic guidance. It helps entrepreneurs grow their ventures and navigate challenges, accelerating the development and market launch of innovative ideas.
IOWA Research Park
IOWA Research Park is a hub for innovation and collaboration, housing research facilities, startups, and established companies. It fosters partnerships between academia and industry, promoting technological advancement, economic development, and scientific research in diverse fields.
MADE
Iowa MADE offers faculty, staff, and students unique opportunities to innovate and develop solutions. It provides a fast pipeline from clinical settings to market, enabling hands-on experience in a campus-based medical device company and bridging innovation with real-world application.
The University of Iowa Research Foundation
The University of Iowa Research Foundation (UIRF) transfers university innovations to the market. It supports patenting, licensing, and startups, helping researchers commercialize discoveries. UIRF drives economic growth and fosters a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation within the university community.
External Resources
Iowa Economic Development Authority
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) drives economic growth in Iowa by supporting businesses, communities, and industries. It offers funding, resources, and programs to foster job creation, innovation, and investment, enhancing the state's overall economic prosperity.
Greater Iowa City
Greater Iowa City is a vibrant and diverse community known for its cultural richness and educational excellence. Home to the University of Iowa, it offers a dynamic blend of arts, innovation, and economic opportunities. The area fosters growth, creativity, and a high quality of life, attracting residents and businesses alike.
Bioconnect Iowa
Bioconnect Iowa fosters innovation in biotech and healthcare by connecting researchers, startups, and providers. It supports research with resources, funding, and mentorship, translating discoveries into practical solutions and advancing workforce development.
University of Nothern Iowa
The University of Northern Iowa Metal Casting Center provides cutting-edge facilities and expertise for research and education in metal casting. It fosters industry collaboration and innovation, enhancing practical skills and technological advancements.
