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Spring 2024 Funding Opportunity
The University of Illinois System’s Office of the Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation (OVPEDI) is committed to advancing the Illinois Innovation Network (IIN) by providing supplemental (operational) funding for several projects. IIN members are guided by the following principles:
- Drive inclusive innovation, equitable workforce development and sustainable economic growth throughout the state of Illinois;
- Assess and meet regional needs through a combination of collaborative research, public-private partnerships, and entrepreneurship and training programs;
- Collaborate with hubs across the state and share best practices; and
- Advocate for the value of higher education at the state and national levels.