Mines Innovation District

At Mines, Innovation isn’t limited to one department, one program or one building

Learn. Make. Launch. Invest

The Innovation Hub is where cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial ventures, and interdisciplinary collaboration come to life at Colorado School of Mines. Designed to empower the next generation of innovators, it provides students, faculty, and staff with access to advanced resources, mentorship, and industry connections to drive solutions that tackle today’s global challenges. This ecosystem nurtures creative problem-solvers and strategic thinkers, equipping them with the tools to engineer solutions on Earth and beyond.

Mines Innovation District

The Mines Innovation District is a dynamic network of facilities and programs designed to advance research and commercialization. It’s where top talent collaborates to develop new technologies that shape the future of industry. With state-of-the-art labs, makerspaces, and shared workspaces, the Innovation District accelerates progress by connecting Mines’ innovators with the resources to turn big ideas into real-world impact.

Student working on a 3D printer in the Mines Innovation Hub

Outside view of the Beck Venture Center Building

Makerspaces

Start-Ups

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Collaboration

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Investment

Innovation

Mentorship

INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECOSYSTEM

Our modern network of state-of-the-art facilities and programs are designed to provide Mines students with the skills and mindset to thrive as creative, business-savvy leaders in today’s fast-paced global workforce.

This ecosystem supports The Mines@150 vision of producing graduates who are innovative thinkers and problem-solvers, ready to solve the world’s grand challenges.

Inno Hub

Entrepreneurship

Ventures

Inno Hub:

From concept to prototype

The InnoHub is the heart of innovation at Colorado School of Mines, where groundbreaking ideas take shape and collaborative projects thrive. With cutting-edge resources and a dedicated space for research and development, the InnoHub empowers students, faculty, and staff to tackle complex challenges and create solutions that make an impact on industries and communities. It’s a space designed to spark creativity, promote interdisciplinary work, and support every stage of the innovation process—from concept to prototype.

Visit the Labriola Innovation Hub

Entrepreneurship:

Mentorship, resources and networks

Entrepreneurship at Mines is about more than just launching startups; it’s a mindset that fosters creative problem-solving and strategic thinking. Our programs and initiatives provide aspiring entrepreneurs with the mentorship, resources, and networks needed to turn their visions into viable ventures. Whether developing a new technology, creating a social impact initiative, or exploring opportunities in existing organizations, our entrepreneurial ecosystem nurtures leaders who are equipped to transform industries and drive positive change.

Learn about Entrepreneurship at Mines

Ventures:

From idea to impact

Ventures at Mines bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and marketable solutions. By supporting faculty, students, and staff in turning discoveries into commercial successes, the Ventures program accelerates the path from idea to impact. Through strategic partnerships, funding resources, and commercialization support, Mines Ventures cultivates a vibrant environment where innovation meets opportunity, empowering creators to bring high-potential products and technologies to life in ways that benefit society and shape the future.

Learn about the Beck Venture Center