MSU Research Foundation

Why Founders Need Infrastructure, Not Just Investment

Capital will always play an important role in entrepreneurship, but we must also invest in our innovation infrastructure. Research facilities, labs, and startup space help entrepreneurs build more high-impact businesses in Michigan.

By |2026-06-22T09:42:38-04:00June 22, 2026|Viewpoints|Comments Off on Why Founders Need Infrastructure, Not Just Investment

Venture Capital Growth in Greater Lansing Is No Accident — Here’s Who’s Behind It

By David Washburn, Chief Executive Officer, MSU Research Foundation VIEWPOINT — [...]

By |2025-06-10T12:44:27-04:00June 9, 2025|Viewpoints|Comments Off on Venture Capital Growth in Greater Lansing Is No Accident — Here’s Who’s Behind It

For High-Tech Startups, Michigan Rise Purchase Order Financing Fills a Critical Funding Gap

With nearly $5.8M deployed, the two-year-old financing program, backed by the MSU Research Foundation, is proving essential for Michigan-based startups.

By |2025-11-03T15:53:45-05:00March 18, 2025|Startup Spotlights, Viewpoints|Comments Off on For High-Tech Startups, Michigan Rise Purchase Order Financing Fills a Critical Funding Gap
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