Western Research Institute

Western Research Institute is a multi-million-dollar, independent nonprofit applied R&D institute in Laramie, Wyoming, built around industry-facing technology development and specialized technical services. Its 22-acre headquarters and Advanced Technology Center provide laboratories, pilot facilities, analytical resources, and room for scale-up, enabling clients to move from concept and bench work toward pilot testing and commercialization. WRI works through commercial, university, and federal contracts, and maintains a close relationship with the University of Wyoming that supports research collaboration and student internships. Its federal funding and partnership landscape includes the U.S. Department of Energy and Federal Highway Administration, while technology licensing and direct commercialization help extend research into the market.