From Lab to Market: The Three Phases of University Innovation
The path from university research to successful startup can be [...]
Charles Hong Named MSU Research Foundation Professor
Physician-scientist Charles Hong, MD, PhD, is honored for his research on disease pathways and his work to develop new treatments for cancer, heart disease, and other serious conditions.
Commercializing Clean Energy Storage with James Klausner
In this episode we talk with James Klausner, professor of mechanical engineering at MSU and co-founder of Redoxblox, a startup developing thermochemical energy storage solutions.
MSU Research Foundation Remembers Former Board Member Gary L. Seevers
The MSU Research Foundation honors the memory of former board member Gary L. Seevers, who passed away on February 1, 2025, at 87.
MSU Researcher-Led Startup Working to Bring Quantum Computers into Reality
With early support from the MSU Research Foundation, MSU professor Johannes Pollanen launched EeroQ to turn quantum research into a scalable startup with potential applications in fields like drug discovery.
MSU Research Foundation Launches Two Sector-Based Startup Accelerator Cohorts with Support from MSUFCU and Henry Ford Health
Conquer Accelerator programs offer funding, mentorship, and networking to grow finance, insurance, and health tech businesses in Michigan.
MSU Researcher-Led Startup Develops Optical Sensor for Monitoring Water Quality
With support from the MSU Research Foundation and MSU Technologies, professor Ruby Ghosh launched Opti O2 to commercialize a durable, low-maintenance sensor that delivers real-time insight into water health.
MSU Research Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 24 Investments
(October-December 2024) The Michigan State University Research Foundation backs a diverse range of startups through its Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise Pre-Seed III investment funds, supporting companies in healthcare, education, consumer products, and more.
Jeff Wesley Joins Michigan Venture Capital Association Board of Directors
Jeff Wesley, Executive Director of Ventures at the MSU Research Foundation, joins the Michigan Venture Capital Association board to advance Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Governor Signs Michigan Innovation Fund Bills, Creating $60M Program to Support Startups in Michigan
MSU Research Foundation among key partners advancing program to create self-sustaining nonprofit early-stage funds and strengthen Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
