Research and Development

The Columbus Region was built for innovation, and businesses answer the call. R&D is the common denominator across all industries.

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By the Numbers

The Columbus Region’s can-do culture and collaborative community combine to create an environment where innovation is the expectation.

22K

PEOPLE WORKING IN RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

No. 1

OPPORTUNITY CITY BY FORBES

Over $4B

VENTURE CAPITAL RAISED SINCE 2020

World-Class Healthcare Systems

Renowned health systems such as Nationwide Children’s Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and OhioHealth continue to push research and development in the Region, creating a culture that demands innovation and improves lives.

Startup City

The Columbus Region’s emphasis on research and development is one of the key reasons we are lauded as one of the fastest-growing metros for startups. People with great ideas know that the Region has the resources they need to make their products or services a reality.

In the News

Learn more about how people and businesses continue to make an impact in these recent stories from the Columbus Region.

March 11, 2025

Workforce Development at a High School Level

Building on the success of the Columbus Region as a premier destination for growing a business depends on…

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5 Key Takeaways from the Food & Beverage Industry in Columbus, Ohio

The Columbus Region has cemented itself as a leader in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, producing a vast…

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