Innovation Square at UF will be located 2 blocks from UF's main entrance. This public-private partnership will be the foundation for the next phase in development for both the University of Florida and greater Gainesville. Like Progress Park in Alachua, Innovation Square will focus on research and high-tech businesses-- but since it is walking distance to the UF campus, it will provide a unique, collegiate atmosphere which is convenient for UF professors, graduate students and staff. The unique location will provide a high-tech atmosphere fostering growth through innovation, research and team work.

Once complete, the 40-acre site will house more than 100 private companies, UF-based start-ups, classrooms, student centers and research labs. More than 3,000 people will work on the site and enjoy the pedestrian-friendly community with convenient restaurants, housing and commercial space. This private-public partnership is unlike anything else in the state of Florida.

Initial construction began in June 2010 with the groundbreaking for the Florida Innovation Hub at UF. By the end of 2011 when the building opens, more than 48,000 square feet of the development will be complete and open to the public. Phase II development is scheduled to begin construction in late 2011 with the construction of the Infusion Technology Center at Innovation Square (shown in the picture above). This 8 story high-tech building will add another 120,000 sqft to Innovation Square and is scheduled to open in late 2012.