About the Illinois Science & Technology
Coalition
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Goal
The Illinois Science & Technology Coalition will cultivate
economic development in Illinois by increasing resources for
Research & Development (R&D) initiatives at Illinois-based
institutions and businesses.
Mission
As the only organization representing the full range of science
and technology activity in Illinois, our mission is to:
- Foster public-private partnerships to develop and execute
R&D projects;
- Advocate for funding for R&D initiatives; and
- Collaborate with public and private partners to attract and
retain R&D resources and talent in Illinois.
Current Priorities
The Illinois Science & Technology Coalition is currently
focused on four priority areas:
Biotechnology
- 2010 and 2013 BIO International Conventions
- Convention Legacy Programs
Energy and Energy
Storage
- Smart Grid Development and Deployment
- Energy Storage Technologies
- Renewable Energy Production and Distribution
Innovation
- Development of an Innovation Council
- Advance Policies and Investments that Support Innovation
Nanotechnology
- Illinois Nanotechnology Collaborative
- Nanotechnology Workforce Development
Partners
The Illinois Science & Technology Coalition succeeds only
through collaboration and partnership. For an updated directory of
our key collaborators, please click here.
Funding
The Illinois Science & Technology Coalition is a 501(c)(6)
membership organization supported by public and private sector
partners, including the Illinois Department of Commerce and
Economic Opportunity and other organizations. The ISTC was
previously known as the Illinois Coalition.
