Micro-LAM Acquired by IDEX Corporation
MSU Research Foundation portfolio company joins global technology group, reinforcing startup momentum in Michigan.
Reimagining Cancer Care and Clinical Trials with BAMF Health
In this episode, we talk with Chad Bassett, COO of BAMF Health, about how the company is transforming cancer care and clinical trials through advanced imaging, radiopharmaceuticals, and AI.
Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences Launch ‘Innovation Hub,’ Anchored by New $10M Venture Fund
The Henry Ford + MSU Innovation Hub is a collaboration between Henry Ford Innovations and MSU Research Foundation meant to transform groundbreaking discoveries into real-world clinical solutions that improve care delivery, consumer access and patient experience.
Six Startups Named to Fall 2025 Conquer Accelerator Cohort
Backed by the MSU Research Foundation and Lansing Regional SmartZone, the Conquer East Lansing Accelerator helps high-growth, Michigan-based startups gain traction and prepare for investment.
MSU Research Foundation to Launch New Venture Fund with $10.6M Award from Michigan Innovation Fund
The new Michigan Rise Evergreen Fund will expand the MSU Research Foundation’s capacity to back pre-seed startups across Michigan—and reinvest returns to support future entrepreneurs.
MSU Research Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 20 Investments
(April-June 2025) The MSU Research Foundation backs a diverse range of startups through its Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise Pre-Seed III investment funds, supporting companies in biotech, agtech, digital platforms, and more.
MSU Research Foundation Welcomes Seven Startups to Incubator Facilities
(April-June 2025) The MSU Research Foundation welcomed seven startup businesses to incubator facilities in East Lansing and Grand Rapids. Companies specializing in industries, from cancer therapeutics to AI-powered cybersecurity, add to the region’s growing high-tech innovation ecosystem.
Building a University Startup Ecosystem with IU Ventures
In this episode, we talk with Jon Barada, vice president of IU Ventures, about how Indiana University is building a thriving startup ecosystem powered by alumni engagement and early-stage venture funding.
Transforming Clinical Trials with Ripple Science
In this episode, we talk with Peter Falzon, president and CEO of Ripple Science, a clinical trials software company that spun out of a university and now serves researchers around the world.
Academic Publishing Wasn’t Built for Educators – This Startup Is
Cogrounded helps education experts bring high-quality programs, curricula, and training tools into the hands of the people they were designed for.
