ARI – the Applied Research Institute, Inc. – works with academia, industry and government to create a hub of national security innovation that helps solve critical defense priorities. We are building an ecosystem of economic growth that is speeding new investment and advancing partnerships, jobs and the talent pool in Indiana. The Governor, major university presidents and CEOs serve on our board.
Who We Are Engaged With

Industry
Connecting large, small and non-traditional businesses – and nonprofits – to new projects and opportunities.

Academia
Collaborating with top researchers, labs and operational assets to ensure successful projects.
What We Are Working On
Latest News
IEDC Continues 5E Focus, Forms New Partnership with Applied Research Institute
IEDC’s Dave Roberts to join as CEO; new members added to board of directors
IN3 Names New Director of Federal Contract Communications
Fianna Litvok has been named the Director of Federal Contract Communications for IN3. In this role, Litvok advises government program leads on critical communications issues, including communications planning and execution, message and brand development, as well as...
New AI Marketplace Is a Safe Place for Unlearning Common Knowledge
Tradewind Solutions Marketplace is featured in the October 2022 issue of Contract Management magazine, published by the National Contract Management Association. Read the full story here.