Who is CO-LABS?

CO-LABS, incorporated in 2007, is a consortium of federally funded scientific laboratories, universities, businesses, local governments, and community leaders organized to establish Colorado as a global leader in research, technology, and their commercialization. The Colorado labs have a large economic, civic, and scientific impact on the state. Federally funded labs support 6,300 employees with an average salary of over $63,350 and combined operating budgets of over $800 million. The net economic impact of these labs in 2008 is $1.25 billion.

What CO-LABS Does

The nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization:

  • Collects and analyzes data to understand the scientific and economic value of the federally funded laboratories in Colorado.
  • Informs the public about the many labs, what they do, and their scientific and economic value.
  • Facilitates interactions between Colorado’s federally funded laboratories, universities, and its businesses, thereby enhancing the potential for new partnerships, technology transfer, and jobs.
  • Collaborates with other Colorado institutions to retain existing laboratories and to bring additional federally funded scientific resources to the state.

CO-LABS Vision

Colorado’s national and global competitiveness is advanced through an interactive, widely supported community of its federally funded laboratories, universities, and businesses.

CO-LABS Mission

CO-LABS educates the public, businesses, educational organizations, and governmental entities about the value of the federally funded laboratories, creates connections between these sectors, and supports retention and expansion of Colorado’s scientific resources.

How to Donate

CO-LABS, Inc. is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that relies on support from its partners and the public for its activities. Donations may be mailed to CO-LABS, 2440 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302.