University of Toledo Science and Technology Corridor Milestones
Key Milestones
2003 – 2005
- Concept of Science and Technology Corridor
- UT and BG researchers identify eight northwest Ohio industries to target for cluster-based economic development
- UT Clean and Alternative Energy Incubator opens
2006
- Medical University of Ohio and UT merge
- Technology park on UT Health Science Campus is a key priority in the Lucas County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
- Entrepreneurial Signature Program (ESP) $15 million award from the State of Ohio to RGP to promote tech-based business
- State of Ohio $18.6 million grant establishes the Wright Center for Photovoltaic Innovation and Commercialization (PVIC)
2007
- MWOE Solar (an incubator tenant) receives a $7 million venture capital investment
- Science and Technology Corridor Corporation receives a 501(c)3 and forms a Board of Directors
- Science and Technology Corridor establishes partnership with RGP for business development
- EDA grant $1.9 million for infrastructure and road development
