Even "unknown" schools can compete in research and business development
Wednesday, March 26, 2003
Ever heard of the University of Central Florida? Probably not.
But it illustrates an important point for EDPros. Located in Orlando, the UCF will receive $10 million in state funding to establish a photonics center of excellence.
The Florida Photonics Center of Excellence (FPCE) will focus its research activities on nanophotonics, biophotonics, ultra broadband wavelength division multiplexing, advanced imaging and 3D displays...in other words, some sophisticated stuff.
And here's the point: Even small colleges and universities can establish the core assets to be a significant research anchor for business development.
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Even "unknown" schools can compete in research and business development
