Louisiana Tech University

Louisiana Tech University is a mid-sized public research university in Ruston, Louisiana, with an applied, engineering-driven character. An on-campus research and technology park lets companies co-locate with faculty, tap shared prototyping and test facilities, and engage through flexible sponsored-research models. Its position along the I‑20 innovation corridor offers access to regional employers and nearby federal installations, enabling rapid contracting, internships, and workforce pipelines. Research is supported by competitive funding from the National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and NASA, alongside state and industry partners. A dedicated technology transfer office streamlines IP, licensing, and startup formation with a single front door for corporate engagement.