Iowa State University Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS)

Since 1963, we have been improving the profitability of businesses.  We partner with companies and communities to help them prosper and grow.  A typical partner achieves a 2,000% return on its investment—an astonishing $20 of impact for every $1 invested.

A vast network of university and industry experts brings years of professional experience to CIRAS, making us a leading integrator of solutions in Iowa, contributing more than $1.2 billion of reported impact over the past 5 years.