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    IEX Research Xcelerator

    Advancing research for global impact, in collaboration with IE School of Science & Technology
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    What is IEX?

    IEX is a global tech Research Accelerator designed to fund and develop high-impact faculty research and accelerate technological advancements in Health, Climate, Energy and Finance.

    Supported by a non-profit in New York City, IEX bridges the gap between the US and Europe to unite corporations, donors and leading institutions worldwide in driving real technological innovation.

    Why IEX?

    IEX introduces a paradigm shift in the research process by embedding impact-focused, entrepreneurial behaviors to activate real-world applications and solutions.

    • Bridging academia & industry

      Connecting research with real-world applications.

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      Global reach

      Forming collaboration hubs in Europe and the US.

    • Impact-driven

      Funding research that tackles critical global challenges.

    Who can join?

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      Academic institutions & faculty

      Partner with IEX for research funding and collaboration.

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      Corporations

      Engage in open innovation and industry-academic partnerships. 

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      Donors & philanthropic organizations

      Invest in transformative research with measurable global impact.

    Research areas & industry labs

    IEX invites industry leaders, researchers and students to collaborate in cutting-edge innovation hubs that transform research into real-world solutions.

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    Three professionals are collaborating on a tablet in a modern lab environment.

    Financial Systems Lab

    Blockchain, AI-driven investments, quantum finance.

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    Health & MedTech Lab

    Precision medicine, biotechnology.

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    Energy & Climate Lab

    AI & data-driven sustainability solutions.

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    Robotics & AI Lab

    Automation, machine learning, human-machine collaboration.

    HOW DOES IEX WORK?

    LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVES

    Santiago Iñiguez de Onzoño, President of IE University

    “With this global initiative, we are committed to creating a unique, worldwide ecosystem that maximizes the positive impact of emerging technologies. Now, more than ever, is the time for a new model of global collaboration in tech research—one that generates breakthroughs to benefit all.”

    Ikhlaq Sidhu, Dean of IE School of Science & Technology

    “IEX moves beyond the use-inspired research exemplified in Pasture’s Quadrant by championing a new research model—one driven by impact and an entrepreneurial mindset. With this approach, we aim to break traditional silos, giving researchers and industry the space to address some of the world's most significant industry and societal challenges collaboratively.”

    Join IEX, the global tech Research Accelerator that's shaping the future of technology