May 12, 2026

In this episode, we talk with Pete Martin, Director of Portfolio Management at the MSU Research Foundation, about the PitchMI competition—from the quarterfinal events held across Michigan to the championship in Lansing, where Adrenaline Interactive received a $1 million investment.

May 5, 2026

Built on firsthand operator experience, Clicki helps businesses turn referrals into a more structured and measurable way to grow—reducing reliance on paid advertising.

May 5, 2026

The MSU Research Foundation is building a connected innovation ecosystem that helps researchers and entrepreneurs across Michigan access the resources, relationships, and capital needed to turn ideas into real-world impact.

April 28, 2026

The MSU Research Foundation program has supported more than 100 startups across Michigan, helping founders move from early concepts to scalable ventures.

April 28, 2026

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Mairi Gibbs, CEO of Oxford University Innovation, about how Oxford approaches commercialization, company creation, and ecosystem development.

April 22, 2026

(Jan.-Mar. 2026) The MSU Research Foundation backed a diverse range of startups across healthcare, fintech, energy, and enterprise software sectors through its Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise investment funds.