A Life Science Ecosystem Focused on Attracting Talent.

Connect. Collaborate. Create.

LEVEE is a collaborative hub at the heart of Indiana’s expansive life sciences ecosystem, designed to drive healthcare and life sciences innovation. Situated within one of the nation’s most robust life sciences corridors, LEVEE builds on Indiana’s strength as a global leader in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and animal health. Partnerships among research institutions, life sciences ventures, and industry leaders like Elanco, alongside Indiana’s statewide resources, fuel investment and growth in this district. The strategic urban design emphasizes greenspace and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, creating a vibrant, interconnected community for research, development, and commercialization that resonates throughout the state.

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LEVEE thrives as part of Indiana’s life sciences ecosystem, benefiting from statewide collaborations with research institutions, innovative life sciences companies, and key industry leaders such as Elanco.
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A transformative, mixed-use urban renewal project that mirrors Indiana’s vision for the future: high-density residential, greenspace, and pedestrian infrastructure converge to create a dynamic environment.
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Collective intelligence: a network of sensors integrated with the district’s infrastructure allows real-time interaction, making the urban environment more responsive and adaptable to human needs.
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Acres of mixed-use development space
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Square Feet of planned research & development hub space
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Square Feet of planned housing space
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Square Feet of planned office space
290K
Square Feet of planned retail space
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Indianapolis International Airport ranked #1 in customer satisfaction
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LeVee Advantages
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Location


This new quarter of Indianapolis, designed and built on the banks of the White River overlooking the downtown skyline, is a distinctive local place to live, work, play, and learn—integral to Indiana's overall strategy of life sciences growth. Part of a greater urban renewal project, LEVEE offers walkable, accessible spaces while integrating Indiana’s broader commitment to quality of place and life sciences excellence. As part of Indiana’s commitment to smart urban design, LEVEE fosters collaboration between its residents and the state’s wider network of research, business, and talent.

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Talent


Indiana’s life sciences ecosystem is known for attracting and developing top-tier talent in healthcare, wellness, and biotechnology. LEVEE takes full advantage of Indiana’s talent pool, connecting professionals from across the state. Proximity to leading research institutions and five major universities ensures that businesses at LEVEE have immediate access to a well-qualified and dynamic workforce, making it an ideal location for operations within the life sciences sector.

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Innovation


LEVEE’s innovative environment is directly linked to Indiana’s status as a national hub for life sciences. Supported by the state’s strong network of biosciences research, LEVEE is part of a larger effort to create a life sciences innovation cluster that drives discoveries and growth across Indiana. This unique setting fosters cross-sector collaboration, encourages cutting-edge research, and strengthens Indiana’s position as a global leader in healthcare and life sciences advancements.

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Connectivity


Indianapolis is centrally located within one of the most connected life sciences regions in the country. With easy access to major healthcare hubs, top-ranked airports, and advanced transportation infrastructure, Indiana’s ecosystem supports LEVEE’s efforts to foster global collaboration. As part of a state that thrives on connecting companies, talent, and research, LEVEE is poised to amplify productivity and growth across industries. Indiana’s five prominent universities further enhance the connectivity and collaboration that drive the life sciences sector across the state.

LeVee Vision

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Boundaries and proposed improvements shown on the site map are conceptual only, to be used for planning purposes, and are subject to change.