Given the question: Pick one category for the following text. The options are - company, educational institution, artist, athlete, office holder, mean of transportation, building, natural place, village, animal, plant, album, film or written work. University of Akron - The University of Akron is a public research university located in Akron Ohio United States. The university is part of the University System of Ohio and is regarded as a world leader in polymer research. As a STEM-focused institution it focuses on industries such as polymers advanced materials and engineering.
The answer is:
Educational Institution