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      Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences Launch ‘Innovation Hub,’ Anchored by New $10M Venture Fund
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      Six Startups Named to Fall 2025 Conquer Accelerator Cohort
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  • Published On: September 25, 2025

    MSU Research Foundation Launches Two Conquer Accelerator Cohorts in Grand Rapids and Lansing

    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.

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  • May 27, 2025

    MSU Announces New Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
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    MSU Research Foundation Launches Statewide Jobs Board for Startup Talent
  • May 15, 2025

    MSU Research Foundation Designates $75M to Propel Michigan State’s Vision for a Far Better World
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    October 22, 2024

    Foundation Professors Pioneer AI-Driven Tools for Teacher Development

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  • MSU Research Foundation Welcomes Four Startups to Incubator Facilities

    October 17, 2024

    MSU Research Foundation Welcomes Four Startups to Incubator Facilities

    (July-September 2024) The MSU Research Foundation welcomed four startup businesses to incubator facilities in the Lansing capital region and Grand Rapids. Companies specializing in BioTech, AgTech, and AI add to high-tech innovation ecosystem.

  • MSU Research Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 27 Startup Investments

    October 15, 2024

    MSU Research Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 27 Startup Investments

    (July-September 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, energy, AgTech, and more.

  • Third Annual Data Science Summit at Michigan State University Explores the Future of Data and Technology

    October 8, 2024

    Third Annual Data Science Summit at Michigan State University Explores the Future of Data and Technology

    Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, the summit brought together experts and industry leaders to discuss quantum computing, cybersecurity, AI ethics, and the latest advancements in data science.

  • October 8, 2024

    Data Science Summit 2024

    The Data Science Summit brought together experts and industry leaders to discuss quantum computing, cybersecurity, AI ethics, and the latest advancements in data science, hosted by the MSU Research Foundation.

  • Street Food Connect Promotes Collaboration Through Networking and Local Cuisine

    October 1, 2024

    Street Food Connect Promotes Collaboration Through Networking and Local Cuisine

    MSU Research Foundation event draws local entrepreneurs, students, and professionals together for an afternoon of networking, collaboration, and local culinary experiences and entertainment on the Michigan State University campus.

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