Academic Innovation Support
RESEARCH IN INDUSTRY
OCTOBER 10, 2025 • CARL R. WOESE INSTITUTE FOR GENOMIC BIOLOGY, UIUC
FALL 2025
RESEARCH / INDUSTRY / CAREER / INSIGHTS
The transformation of research into industry innovation
Yi Yin
Associate Director of Academic Innovation
John McNaly
Principal Academic Solutions Developer
DATE
October 10, 2025
HOST
Tracy Undergraduate Team Science Training Program (TTP)
LOCATION
Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, UIUC
Technical Excellence
"Build systems that scale, architectures that endure, and solutions that make a real impact in industry research."
Collaborative Innovation
"Foster environments where diverse perspectives come together to solve complex research challenges."
Strategic Vision
"Connect research decisions to business outcomes and lead with purpose and clarity in industry settings."
Continuous Learning
"Stay ahead of the curve with cutting-edge research knowledge and practical skills for the modern workplace."