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Jeff Wesley Joins Michigan Venture Capital Association Board of Directors
Jeff Wesley, Executive Director of Ventures at the MSU Research Foundation, joins the Michigan Venture Capital Association board to advance Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Governor Signs Michigan Innovation Fund Bills, Creating $60M Program to Support Startups in Michigan
MSU Research Foundation among key partners advancing program to create self-sustaining nonprofit early-stage funds and strengthen Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
MSU Research Foundation Welcomes Three Startups to Incubator Facilities
October-December 2024 Update: The MSU Research Foundation welcomed three startup businesses to incubator facilities in the Lansing capital region and Grand Rapids. Companies specializing in media, manufacturing technology, and AI-driven contract management add to high-tech innovation ecosystem.
National Medal of Science Awarded to Oncofertility Innovator, MSU Research Foundation Professor Teresa Woodruff
MSU Research Foundation Professor Teresa K. Woodruff has been awarded the National Medal of Science, the nation’s highest scientific honor. A pioneer in oncofertility, Woodruff's work has advanced reproductive health, fertility preservation, and science mentorship globally.
Remembering Bill Hamilton
TechSmith Corporation founder, Bill Hamilton, was a visionary leader whose innovations, community contributions, and commitment to his team created a lasting impact on East Lansing and beyond.
Michigan State University Hosts Second Annual AgTech Summit at Great Lakes EXPO
MSU Research Foundation and MSU Technologies hosted the second annual AgTech Summit at the Great Lakes EXPO, exploring emerging technologies, fostering partnerships, and addressing sustainability challenges in Michigan’s agricultural sector.
Seven College of Arts & Letters Faculty Awarded HARP Funding for Work in Humanities and Arts
HARP Development and Production Awards recognize faculty for their creative and performance-based contributions to the humanities and arts, with support from the MSU Research Foundation.
MSU Research Foundation Supports PBS Series on Artificial Intelligence
PBS series from WKAR at Michigan State University explores AI’s influence on creativity, medicine, education, and democracy.
MSU Research Foundation Joins MIT REAP Cohort in Statewide Effort to Boost Innovation
Participation in MIT’s global program highlights a commitment to advancing innovation-driven entrepreneurship, with MSU Research Foundation Director of Research Parks, Jeff Smith, among the leaders shaping the effort.
MSU Research Foundation Releases 2023-2024 Impact Report
Annual report highlights $11.8 million in grants, support for over 180 startups, and advancements in Michigan’s innovation ecosystem.
Foundation Professor Sue Rhee Among MSU Researchers Tackling Global Food Challenges with NSF Support
MSU has been selected as one of six institutions to lead an $82 million NSF-funded Global Center, with its International Research Center for Enhancing Plant Resilience focusing on genomics and plant resilience to address food insecurity.
Dr. Clifton R. Wharton Jr., Former President of Michigan State University and Founder of MSU Research Foundation, Passes Away at 98.
Former MSU President and Founder of the MSU Research Foundation remembered for his leadership in higher education, business, and philanthropy.
Inaugural Energy Summit at Michigan State University Explores Sustainable Energy and Mobility Solutions
Hosted by the MSU Research Foundation, the summit brought together researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers to explore sustainable aviation, electric vehicles, energy storage, and grid resilience solutions for Michigan’s energy future.
MSU Research Foundation Announces Second Cohort of Conquer Accelerator in Detroit
Entrepreneurship program leverages Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences Partnership with focus on healthcare entrepreneurship.
KMI Gears Up for Milestone Launch to the International Space Station Aboard SpaceX CRS-31
MSU Research Foundation portfolio company mission will showcase technology for safer, more sustainable space operations through advanced orbital debris removal and relocation capabilities.
Redoxblox Raises $40.7M to Support Clean Energy Storage for Industrial and Grid Applications
MSU Research Foundation portfolio company is commercializing thermochemical energy storage technology developed at Michigan State University
Former MSU Research Foundation Board Member Joel Ferguson Passes Away at 85
Former MSU trustee and Research Foundation board member passes at 85, leaving a legacy in business, media, and community development.
Finance, Insurance Startups Sought for Conquer Accelerator Cohort
Applications open for 10-week program of education, insight, investment in 2025
Foundation Professors Pioneer AI-Driven Tools for Teacher Development
Co-principal investigators Jiliang Tang and Kenneth Frank help lead a $4.7M NSF-funded project to enhance professional development for elementary math teachers through AI-powered learning tools.
MSU Research Foundation Welcomes Four Startups to Incubator Facilities
July-September 2024 Update: The Michigan State University 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.