News – Page 19 – MSU Research Foundation

Published On: February 24, 2026

A Venture Update with Jeff Wesley: Accelerators, Investments, and Exits
In this episode, we talk with Jeff Wesley, Executive Director of Ventures at the MSU Research Foundation, about the rapid growth of venture creation and early-stage investing across Michigan.

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Latest Impact

July 23, 2025

Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences Launch ‘Innovation Hub,’ Anchored by New $10M Venture Fund
July 22, 2025

Six Startups Named to Fall 2025 Conquer Accelerator Cohort
July 18, 2025

MSU Research Foundation to Launch New Venture Fund with $10.6M Award from Michigan Innovation Fund

Editor’s pick

November 12, 2024

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.
November 7, 2024

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.
November 1, 2024

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.
October 31, 2024

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
October 29, 2024

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.
October 24, 2024

Finance, Insurance Startups Sought for Conquer Accelerator Cohort
Applications open for 10-week program of education, insight, investment in 2025