University of Akron, Kent State Launch Start-Up Companies

University of Akron and Kent State are gaining ground in acquiring research grant recognition, compared to better-known, big-name institutions.

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Universities, Colleges Prepare Greater Akron's Students for Jobs in Top Industries

From on-campus research that leads to technology transfer and new business to a steady stream of highly competent graduates, the Greater Akron region boasts a wealth of knowledge assets.

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Schools Build Job-Ready Workforce

Greater Akron has a strong network of training and vocational outlets that keeps the region’s workforce job ready.

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University of Akron Researchers Develop Artificial Pancreas Technology

University of Akron researchers have collaborated on a bio-artificial pancreas technology that could free millions of diabetes patients from painful daily prick testing and self-injections.

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University Research Drives Innovation in Greater Akron

With a combined enrollment of nearly 65,000, The University of Akron and Kent State University are widely known for academic excellence.

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University of Akron Tech Grants Boost City's Clean Energy Products

University of Akron engineers are using more than $2 million in grant money to speed up development of clean energy products and offer cutting-edge technology to area tech firms.

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