Columbia, MO – August 7, 2024 – The Missouri Innovation Center (MIC) is excited to share with our community and stakeholders that the Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) has awarded a Physical Infrastructure Grant to MIC.

This critical grant program seeks to ensure entrepreneurs throughout the state have access to the physical infrastructure and resources required to launch and grow their businesses.  The Missouri Innovation Center operates and manages the MU Life Science Business Incubator located on the campus of the University of Missouri in Columbia.  The 33,000 sq. ft. facility features wet laboratories, shared lab equipment and facilities, private and shared offices, conference room spaces, and other resources designed to support start-up and early-stage life science ventures.

Funding from the grant will enable MIC to repair, replace and upgrade essential equipment.  Grant funds will also be used to support facility staffing integral to facility operations and exceptional customer service.  MIC will also be able to maintain very affordable rates for our clients.

The Missouri Innovation Center recognizes and appreciates the Missouri Technology Corporation for their support of high-growth entrepreneurs as they launch new companies, create quality, high-paying jobs, and provide meaningful benefits for not only our region and state, but for the entire world. 

For more information about the Missouri Innovation Center and its upcoming offerings, please visit www.missouriinnovation.com.

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About Aina Zaresheva

Aina Zaresheva earned her B.S. degree in English as a Second Language Teaching from Saratov State University in Russia. She also has a Master's degree in Russian Arts and another MA degree in Spanish Language Teaching, both from University of Missouri - Columbia. Aina has 7 years of language teaching experience. In 2023, she joined the Missouri Innovation Center as the senior office support assistant.