Tech Parks Arizona

10/14/2026

📣IN ONE WEEK! Join us Oct. 21 for the 14th annual Tech + Business Expo hosted by the Arizona Technology Council and South32. Secure your spot now to join us and over 400 business and tech leaders to learn what’s new across Southern Arizona’s tech industries!

👉Be sure to visit The University of Arizona booth featuring University of Arizona BIO5 Institute, Tech Launch Arizona, Tech Parks Arizona, University of Arizona Center for Innovation, University of Arizona Office of Research & Partnerships.

Please use the promo code ‘COMESEEUS’ to receive $10 off your registration ticket. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 21
🕒 Time: 12:00pm-6:00pm
📍 Location: Tucson Convention Center

For more information and to register: https://www.aztechcouncil.org/event/2026-expo/

10/13/2026

🌎✨ A special moment for the global innovation community.

This month, Women in IASP - International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation celebrated 10 years of connecting, supporting, and championing women across the international science park and innovation community.

A heartfelt thank you to Roz Bird, CEO of Norwich Research Park, for her exceptional leadership as Women in IASP Coordinator. Over the past two years, Roz has helped build a welcoming, collaborative network where women leaders from around the world can connect, share experiences, and support one another.

We are also proud to celebrate the transition of this leadership role to Carol Stewart, President & CEO of Tech Parks Arizona. As Roz passes the Women in IASP Coordinator role to Carol, we are excited to see this important work continue under Carol's leadership and commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and opportunity across the global community.

Thank you, Roz, for your lasting impact and dedication to Women in IASP. Congratulations, Carol, on taking the helm as the network enters its next chapter!

10/12/2026

🥨 What a fantastic Oktoberfest at the Park!🍂

We loved bringing together Tech Cats from the many companies that call the UA Tech Park home for an afternoon filled with great food, new connections, and plenty of fun. Bratwurst, sauerkraut, soft pretzels, apple strudel, and root b**r on tap helped set the stage for a memorable celebration of the people behind our thriving innovation ecosystem.

The incredible turnout was a reminder that innovation happens through people, relationships, and community. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

10/09/2026

🎉We're proud to share that Tech Parks Arizona has been recognized as one of the nation's leading innovation districts in a new report from the George W. Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative.

The report, Advancing in the Face of Headwinds: How America's Innovation Districts are Promoting Prosperity and Opportunity, identifies the country's strongest innovation districts as places where research institutions, entrepreneurs, startups, and industry leaders come together to accelerate innovation, create opportunity, and drive economic growth.

This recognition reflects decades of work by Tech Parks Arizona to cultivate a thriving innovation ecosystem that connects research, talent, and industry to fuel innovation, strengthen the economy, and create lasting opportunities for the community.

Read press release: https://techparks.arizona.edu/news-stories/tech-parks-arizona-recognized-among-nations-top-innovation-districts/

10/05/2026

🎉Congratulations to Casey Carrillo, Chief Innovation Officer of the University of Arizona Center for Innovation, on being named the Association of University Research Parks AURP Rising Star ⭐ Next Gen Innovation Leader at last week’s AURP International Conference. The award recognizes her leadership in strengthening Southern Arizona’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and creating opportunities for emerging companies.

We were honored to celebrate alongside innovation leaders from across the AURP community. The ceremony also commemorated AURP’s 40th anniversary, celebrating four decades of advancing the people and places behind communities of innovation.

Read full announcement: https://aurp.org/aurp-honors-visionary-leaders-and-communities-with-2026-awards-of-excellence-in-innovation/

10/02/2026

We're proud to celebrate the continued growth of Eurofins CellTx, a UA Tech Park tenant that has spent the last 5️⃣years building a world-class testing operation in Tucson.

What began with comprehensive quality and functional assessment of human cell and tissue products has evolved into a state-of-the-art FDA-compliant donor testing service supporting critical cell-based products for cell therapy, regenerative medicine, and reproductive health innovators across six continents. 🌎

🔬They are expanding their mission beyond safety testing to include comprehensive quality and functional assessment. This evolution builds upon the laboratory’s longstanding foundation and will provide clients with deeper insights into the quality and functionality of cell and tissue products. The expanded capabilities are designed to support informed decision-making and ultimately contribute to improved patient outcomes.

Read more about their expansion and global impact:
https://ow.ly/yAHK50ZU554

09/30/2026

We celebrate the retirement of The University of Arizona Assistant Chief Robert Sommerfeld and honor a remarkable career defined by service, integrity and dedication to community. Since joining the University community in 1986, Assistant Chief Sommerfeld has served in numerous leadership and instructional roles, leaving a lasting impact on campus safety and those who have had the privilege to work alongside him. Congratulations on an extraordinary career, and best wishes in retirement!
University of Arizona Office of Public Safety

09/28/2026

Last week, Tech Parks Arizona and University of Arizona Center for Innovation leadership attended the sold-out Arizona Association for Economic Development Fall Forum, connecting with economic development professionals from across the state. Valuable conversations, new insights, and shared learning around evidence-based approaches to driving economic impact.

09/25/2026

A tremendous achievement for The University of Arizona and everyone working to advance sustainability across our institution!
Tech Parks Arizona was honored to contribute examples including the Solar Zone, water stewardship efforts at the UA Tech Park, and University of Arizona Center for Innovation support for startups developing clean energy and sustainable technologies. Proud to be part of the impact. 🌱

The University of Arizona has earned the Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability in recognition of efforts across curriculum, research, operations and community engagement to embed sustainability into its academic mission.

The U of A was among the first cohort of 14 institutions to receive this classification, along with Pima Community College and Tohono O’odham Community College. This cohort holds this honor until 2033. https://bit.ly/4Ar5Vn1

09/23/2026

⭐People of the Park – Meet Dave Spence, Chief Product Officer, Applied Energetics

Dave Spence is responsible for turning Applied Energetics' cutting-edge technologies into real-world products that protect U.S. and allied forces and defend and secure our nation's future.

Fun Fact: While his work in optics often happens in the dark, Dave prefers the outdoors, spending his free time hiking, taking photographs, visiting the zoo with his kids, and enjoying road trips.