Disrupting the System
The Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center is Virginia’s largest research enterprise, spanning multiple locations. From autonomous vehicles and biotechnology breakthroughs to interstellar exploration, we drive innovation that pushes boundaries and redefines what’s possible.
Innovating for Impact
VTCRC bridges the gap between discoveries made in a university laboratory and the people who need those breakthroughs. We help brilliant ideas succeed in the marketplace where they can deliver the most benefit to the most people.
Changing the World
The work happening at VTCRC is transforming Virginia, the world, and even space travel. Explore the ways VTCRC innovation is changing the world for the better.
Intuitive Surgical Operations’ Ion Biopsy Needle
TechLab designs, develops, and manufactures enteric diagnostics
“The Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center has been a perfect fit for the RBTC office and is at the heart of all of the cool tech and innovative things coming out of this region.”
Erin Burcham
President of the Roanoke Blacksburg Innovation Alliance (RBIA) and Executive Director of RBTC
By the numbers
230+
Companies call this research park home
3,500
Employees work in Blacksburg and remotely
750
New businesses started here since 1985
Autonomous Technology
From the Smart Road to leading names in transportation, companies at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center are revolutionizing how people and products move by car, truck, plane, and drone.
Biotechnology
The Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center is situated in a region gaining recognition as an emerging life sciences hub. Our companies are at the forefront of cutting-edge research, supported by shared lab space available on-site.
Software + Cybertech
Technology leaders and companies in emerging sectors like artificial intelligence/machine learning, FinTech, Manufacturing Tech, and SaaS can thrive in a location that offers extensive access to wireless and broadband, along with dedicated lab space to drive and test future innovations.
Aerospace + Defense
From contributing to space missions to forging key partnerships, companies at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center are making an impact on a global scale—and beyond.
Let’s Get Started.
Request more information about the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center or schedule a tour. With lab spaces, office suites, and coworking spaces available, there’s something for companies at every stage.
