Tech Parks Arizona

What a great turnout at yesterday's outdoor grilling event at the UA Tech Park! 🍔🌭☀️
Employees from across campus came together to enjoy grilled burgers and hot dogs, connect with colleagues, and soak up some summer sunshine. The courtyard was buzzing with conversation and community, making it a perfect afternoon to catch up with familiar faces and meet new ones. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

Innovation with impact is happening here! 🌎⚡ We’re proud to see UA Tech Park tenant company and University of Arizona Center for Innovation client Dimensional Energy featured in the Arizona Daily Star for its groundbreaking work converting captured CO₂ into renewable oil products for sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel, and more. Operating its primary R&D center at the UA Tech Park, the company is demonstrating how research, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration can help drive a more sustainable energy future.
Read more in the Arizona Daily Star article:

Tech spotlight: UA Tech Park startup transforms carbon emissions into fuel What if carbon emissions could become fuel? A Tucson-based company is doing exactly that. Dimensional Energy has developed technology that converts captured CO₂ into renewable oil for aviation fuel, diesel

📡 From university research to a scaling technology company, Paramium Technologies is taking its next big step. Founded by The University of Arizona researcher Dr. Justin Hyatt, Paramium commercialized patented technologies licensed through Tech Launch Arizona and is helping meet growing demand for satellite communications through its rapidly deployable ground station network. After growing through the University of Arizona Center for Innovation program, the company is expanding into the UA Tech Park. Its journey highlights how the University of Arizona's innovation ecosystem supports startups at every stage, from discovery and market readiness to business growth and economic impact. Read the full story: https://ow.ly/TNQw50ZuPVL

Please join us in welcoming Carmine DeBonis Jr. to the Campus Research Corporation Board of Directors. 🎉 A respected prominent community leader and Deputy County Administrator for Pima County, Carmine brings more than 30 years of public service experience and a strong track record of advancing regional development, economic opportunity and strategic partnerships. His leadership and commitment to strengthening Southern Arizona will help guide Tech Parks Arizona as we continue to support innovation, entrepreneurship and economic growth across our region.

Read press release: https://ow.ly/yExT50ZtyKg

The evidence for economic development is out there and Arizona Association for Economic Development AAED's Fall Forum is where Arizona's industry professionals connect the dots. Will you be in the room?
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Thank you to the Southern Arizona CCIM Chapter for hosting another outstanding and sold-out event. We appreciate the chapter's leadership and organizers for bringing together meaningful conversations that connect commercial real estate professionals and community leaders across our region.

We were honored to hear from Pima County Administrator Jan Lesher, who shared insights into the opportunities and challenges facing Pima County sparked an engaging discussion about the factors shaping our region's future and their impact on commercial real estate.

As a proud Gold Sponsor, Tech Parks Arizona COO Patrick Murphy was pleased to share a brief update on our work advancing innovation, business growth, and university-based economic development in Southern Arizona.

It was a pleasure to host two visiting scholars from Peru and provide a tour of the UA Tech Park and the University of Arizona Center for Innovation. Thank you to Valentino Lugo, Study Arizona, the University of Arizona Global Partnerships & Initiatives team, Arizona International at the University of Arizona UPC Peru International for coordinating this visit. We were proud to showcase Southern Arizona's innovation ecosystem and how we support companies at every stage of growth—from startups to tech giants—right here at Technology's Best Address.

Tech Parks Arizona was recently featured in Expansion Solutions Magazine. The article "Newer R&D Parks Strengthen Collaboration" explores how research and development parks are evolving into innovation ecosystems.

The article includes perspectives from leaders across the industry, including Tech Parks Arizona President and CEO Carol Stewart, who discussed the shift from traditional research parks to connected ecosystems that bring together talent, capital, industry partnerships and startup support. Stewart also highlighted the growing influence of emerging technologies including AI, biotech, quantum and climate solutions as regions build on their unique strengths to create long-term economic advantage.

Read the article:

Newer R&D Parks Strengthen Collaboration Research and Development Parks Evolve Into Innovation Ecosystems It wasn’t so long ago that the concept of a science park did not require a major amount of thought — or even the flicker of a figurative light bulb. They were, generally, a collection of buildings that served the research market, o...

People of the Park – Meet Jorja Meshberger, Project Assistant, Jacobs

Jorja Meshberger is part of the team supporting financial and operational processes, where she is currently assisting with financial record keeping and compiling invoices for Jacobs. As she gets up to speed in her role, Jorja is working closely with experienced team members to learn the systems and ensure accuracy and consistency. She also helps support Maintenance Connection by assisting with the creation and management of work orders, contributing to the team’s day-to-day efficiency. Her willingness to learn and attention to detail make her a valuable addition to the team.

Fun fact: Jorja has a wide variety of creative hobbies, including baking, crochet, and even writing novels!