[about the center]
Vision • Mission • Objectives

Vision

To create world-class research and infrastructure to leverage Indiana's significant scientific, educational and corporate entities in the rehabilitation arena; to capture a large share of available Research & Development funding; and to stimulate Indiana's life sciences economy and improve workforce development.

Mission

The mission of the ICRSER is to conduct rehabilitation science and engineering research using private and public collaborations for the purpose of improving mobility of persons with current or potential disabilities and increasing economic opportunities for the state of Indiana and better quality of life for individuals.

Objectives

  1. Through collaboration with Industry partnerships, the Center will advance Indiana's economic development including but not limited the objectives of the BioCrossroads a life science initiative.
  2. Conduct translational research for the purpose of improving mobility, increasing workforce productivity, and the creation of assistive devices/technology.
  3. Secure federal research and training grants in the area of rehabilitation science and engineering research.