About the Emergence Center

The Emergence Center, located at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, is a technology-focused facility dedicated to fostering innovation and economic development in the region. Established through a collaboration with the Wright State University Foundation, the center recently launched Studio 5G, in partnership with telecommunications firms altafiber and Nokia. This lab offers an interactive space where businesses can explore, test, and validate the use of private wireless (private LTE) for both indoor and outdoor applications, including private networks for secure, reliable connectivity.

Studio 5G at the Emergence Center aims to provide hands-on education for businesses about private 4G and 5G wireless technologies. The lab enables companies to test use cases that range from connectivity solutions in large open spaces to seamless network integration for devices like scanners and tablets. The foundation’s goal is to position the Emergence Center as a central hub for advanced connectivity solutions, contributing to regional economic growth by supporting tech-driven industries such as healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing.

The lab also represents Wright State University Foundation's broader mission to bridge technological advancements with community business needs, supporting both economic development and the university’s strategic goals.