Research & Technology

Fairbanks has the potential to become a technology center of the north. High intellectual concentration and sufficient infrastructural support make Fairbanks an attractive place for research development.

Alaska Technology Business Accelerator
The Accelerator is an education, business, and economic development project targeted to be operational by the end of 2006. It will provide infrastructural and intellectual support for creative ideas facilitating them to become full-fledged sustainable businesses. Enterprises ready to move beyond the start-up phase often must fend for themselves when it comes to obtaining the support services and management expertise they need to grow. The accelerator will offer instant access to a network of seasoned high-tech and business entrepreneurs. Learn more...

Cold Weather Testing
FEDC is constantly solidifying and expanding to new aspects of cold climate testing, such as fuel sales, hybrid vehicles, clothing and building materials in the Fairbanks North Star Borough (FNSB) and Interior Alaska. Learn more...