Miami University Names Health Facility After Cleveland Clinic Amid Growing Partnership

Miami University of Ohio is deepening its relationship with the Cleveland Clinic by naming a major health sciences facility in honor of the renowned medical institution.

The newly named Cleveland Clinic Health Sciences and Wellness Facility at Miami University reflects a growing partnership between the two organizations.

The university’s board of trustees approved the naming and sponsorship agreement at a recent meeting, according to a joint news release.

Completed in 2023, the 165,000-square-foot facility houses three wings dedicated to advanced health clinics, high-tech classrooms, and simulation labs. It supports three academic programs that together serve around 1,300 students. Located in Oxford, Ohio, Miami University is a public research institution.

The facility also serves as the home for several student services, including Health Services, Student Counseling Service, the Speech and Hearing Clinic, and the Office of Student Wellness. These departments offer Miami students a wide range of preventative, experiential, and educational resources focused on holistic well-being.

“We are thrilled to continue to grow our partnership with Cleveland Clinic and to honor the innovative collaboration in this way on our campus,” said Ande Durojaiye, Miami University’s Vice President of Strategy and Partnerships. “The naming of this facility is yet another example of how we are building an urban bridge between Oxford and Northeast Ohio, creating new opportunities for our students while supporting the future of healthcare.”

A formal celebration of the building’s naming and the expanded partnership is scheduled for October, once signage is installed.

A Growing Collaboration

Over the past year, Miami University and Cleveland Clinic have broadened their collaboration across several fields, including entrepreneurship, healthcare education, and nursing.

In January, the two institutions announced a joint initiative to create Ohio’s first specialized degree programs and research opportunities in quantum computing—a move designed to position Ohio as a global leader in this emerging field.

In July, the state awarded Miami University $7 million to launch the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing Research, Talent, and Commercialization. The institute, created in partnership with the Clinic, aims to drive workforce development, research, and commercialization efforts, and will be accessible to students and faculty from all Ohio colleges and universities.

“At Cleveland Clinic, we are committed to leveraging quantum and high-performance computing to transform biomedical research and enhance patient care,” said Dr. Serpil Erzurum, Chief Research and Academic Officer at the Cleveland Clinic. “Through our educational partnership with Miami University, we are creating a dynamic ecosystem to attract, develop, and retain top talent, driving advancements in quantum innovation and healthcare.”

The Clinic has been at the forefront of quantum computing in healthcare. In 2023, it introduced the IBM Quantum System One, the first quantum computer in the world dedicated exclusively to healthcare research. Housed on the Clinic’s main campus, the system is designed to process vast amounts of data rapidly, enabling faster medical discoveries and treatment development.

This April, the Cleveland Clinic hosted its second annual Discovery & Innovation Forum, bringing together global leaders to explore the impact of emerging technologies—such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and digital health—on the future of medicine.

Source: cleveland.com