July 30, 2026

LightHearted AI and M3D are the first companies to receive investment from the healthcare-focused venture fund backed by Henry Ford Health, Michigan State University, and the MSU Research Foundation.

July 28, 2026

After years of treating patients with some of the most difficult-to-open arterial blockages, Dr. Khaldoon Alaswad founded TruVue to help more physicians perform complex procedures—and bring life-changing care closer to home.

July 23, 2026

$2 million in total prize funding will go to four semifinal winners and the 2027 champion.

July 21, 2026

Backed by the MSU Research Foundation and Lansing Regional SmartZone, the Conquer Summer Accelerator helps high-growth, Michigan-based startups gain traction and prepare for investment.

July 20, 2026

Introducing the 2026–2027 PitchMI competitions, where Michigan startups compete in four industry-focused semifinal events across the state for $250,000 in prize funding and a chance to advance to the statewide PitchMI Championship for an additional $1 million.

June 30, 2026

In this episode, we talk with Jeff Smith, Executive Director of Research Parks at the MSU Research Foundation, about the Rosenberg Center, a new headquarters and innovation hub designed to support researchers, startups, and industry partners at Michigan State University.