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August 19, 2026

University of Illinois System explores quantum links with Mexico

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July 17, 2026

Call for Expressions of Interest: Quantum Science and Technology

University of Toronto - University of Illinois Call for Expressions of Interest: Quantum Science and Technology

June 8, 2026

Advanced manufacturing and defense progress highlighted in QC

The Rock Island Arsenal Defense Alliance (RIADA) – an affiliate of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, and Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute (QCMI) – recently announced continued progress in efforts to strengthen the Quad Cities region’s manufacturing and defense ecosystem. — RIADA announced continued progress in efforts to strengthen the QCA's manufacturing and defense ecosystem.

June 2, 2026

2026 UAAT Joint Research Project Call for Proposals

May 7, 2026

In Illinois, research becomes reality at scale

Researchers at the University of Illinois System

March 25, 2026

U of I System, National Taiwan University launch joint R&D teams

January 12, 2026

Illinois-Taiwan partnership awards second round of joint research grants

UAAT research grants round 2 - 2026

November 25, 2025

QCMI, QC Chamber hire joint executive director to advance economic growth

Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute, QC Chamber hire joint executive director to advance economic growth

October 22, 2025

U of I System partners with Taiwanese universities to increase Mandarin language opportunities

Opening of the University Academic Alliance in Taiwan liaison office on the Urbana campus.

September 25, 2025

U of I System, FAPESP announce projects funded by inaugural round of Brasillinois research grants

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