October 14, 2025
(July-Sept. 2025) Four new startups joined the Foundation’s incubator ecosystem this quarter, expanding innovation in digital security, healthcare, sustainability, and creative media.
October 7, 2025
Regional pitch events drew hundreds of attendees and $725,000 in additional co-investments, underscoring momentum in Michigan’s startup ecosystem.
September 25, 2025
Accelerator programs provide $20,000 investment, mentorship, and 10-week programming for Michigan startups in Grand Rapids and a new national EdTech accelerator powered by Michigan Virtual.
September 22, 2025
Four regional pitch events will showcase Michigan’s most promising innovators, with winners advancing to the statewide championship in April 2026.
September 18, 2025
Licensing royalties from the life-saving cisplatin treatment have generated more than $400 million for research, startup investment, and innovation programs led by the MSU Research Foundation.
September 8, 2025
In this episode, we talk with Pete Martin, Director of Portfolio Management at the MSU Research Foundation, about the launch of PitchMI, a statewide startup pitch competition awarding up to $1.25 million in investment.
September 2, 2025
With two $1.25M grand prizes and tailored regional spotlights, PitchMI will deliver among the largest startup investments in the U.S., exclusively for Michigan-based founders.
August 26, 2025
Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation and MSU Mobility, the inaugural summit convened researchers, innovators, and partners to advance Michigan’s role as a living testbed for next-generation mobility solutions.
