Research and Development
The Columbus Region was built for innovation, and businesses answer the call. R&D is the common denominator across all industries.
By the Numbers
The Columbus Region’s can-do culture and collaborative community combine to create an environment where innovation is the expectation.
No. 1
LARGEST CONTRACT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION IN THE WORLD, BATTELLE, IS HEADQUARTERED HERE
No. 1
OPPORTUNITY CITY BY FORBES
$673M
VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDING INJECTED IN 2021
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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.
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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.
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August 27, 2024
With Flexibility and Initiative, Hilliard Attracts Investment and Innovation
If there’s one word that describes the city of Hilliard’s approach to economic development, it’s flexible. Make that…
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The Data Center Sweepstakes: The Columbus Region is Playing and Winning
If the future is to be built on data, the Columbus Region has a foundation for the future…
Top Employers
![honda](https://columbusregion.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/honda_mono-new.png)
Location: Marysville, Union County;
Columbus, Franklin County
Company Headquarters: Japan
hondaresearch.com
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Location: Marysville, Union County
Company Headquarters: Switzerland
nestle.com
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