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Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) is building new opportunities for collaboration across research, education, workforce development and economic growth.
As DPI continues to evolve as a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign initiative, we are reimagining how faculty, students, researchers, educators, industry leaders, and community partners engage with our work.
Whether you're interested in partnering with DPI, exploring future engagement opportunities or learning more about our programs and initiatives, we'd love to hear from you.
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Chicago Headquarters
Discovery Partners Institute
200 S. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Getting here
DPI offices are located on the 20th, 7th, and 4th floors of 200 South Wacker Drive.
Located directly west of Willis Tower along the Chicago River, DPI is easily accessible by public transportation, commuter rail, and car. The building is just steps from Union Station, CTA rail lines, and water taxi stops.
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Several CTA rail lines serve the area. The Orange, Brown, Purple, and Pink Lines stop at Quincy Station, the closest rail stop to DPI. The Blue Line (Monroe Station) and Red Line (Jackson Station) are also within walking distance.
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DPI is a short walk from Union Station and Ogilvie Transportation Center, providing convenient access from across the Chicago region and northwestern Indiana.
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The building does not offer public parking. Metered parking is available nearby, and several public garages operate within walking distance. Tower Self Park (211 W. Adams St.) is located approximately one block east of DPI. We recommend using a parking app to identify current availability and rates.