PitchMI Applications Open for 2026-27 Startup Competition
$2 million in total prize funding will go to four semifinal winners and the 2027 champion.
Five Startups Named to Summer 2026 Conquer Accelerator Cohort
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.
MSU Research Foundation to Invest in New Headquarters Facility
Housed on Michigan State University’s campus, the Rosenberg Center will serve as the MSU Research Foundation’s headquarters while providing space for startups, corporate partners, and MSU-affiliated organizations.
MSU Research Foundation Distinguished Professor Dr. Teresa K. Woodruff Elected to the Royal Society and the American Philosophical Society
Woodruff joins two of the world's oldest and most distinguished learned societies in recognition of her contributions to reproductive science, medicine, and higher education.
MSU Research Foundation Joins Launch of Statewide Innovation Alliance
New statewide effort will align strategy, strengthen capital connections, and help more companies scale as Michigan works toward becoming a Top 10 innovation economy.
Conquer Accelerator Marks 10 Years of Building High-Tech, High-Growth Companies
The MSU Research Foundation program has supported more than 100 startups across Michigan, helping founders move from early concepts to scalable ventures.
MSU Research Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 22 Investments
(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.
MSU Research Foundation Welcomes Four Startups to Incubator Facilities
(Jan.-Mar. 2026) Four new startups joined the Foundation’s incubator facilities in East Lansing and Grand Rapids, expanding activity in artificial intelligence, software, and advanced imaging technologies.
Michigan Startup Wins $1M Investment at Statewide PitchMI Competition
Adrenaline Interactive of Ann Arbor, a startup specializing in dynamic in-game advertising, was named the winner of the 2026 competition which saw 375 applicants from around the state.
Women of Innovation Summit Showcases Leadership and Entrepreneurship Across Michigan’s Innovation Ecosystem
Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, with support from Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) and Lansing Regional SmartZone, the summit convened founders, investors, researchers, and industry leaders to explore how women are shaping the future of innovation.
