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      MSU Announces New Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
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      MSU Research Foundation Launches Statewide Jobs Board for Startup Talent
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  • Published On: February 5, 2026

    MSU Research Foundation Launches Two Sector-Based Conquer Accelerator Cohorts Supporting Healthcare and FinTech Startups

    Cohorts powered by Henry Ford Health + MSU Health Sciences and MSU Federal Credit Union combine early-stage investment, mentorship, and structured programming for healthcare and financial technology founders.

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  • May 27, 2025

    MSU Announces New Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
  • May 20, 2025

    MSU Research Foundation Launches Statewide Jobs Board for Startup Talent
  • May 15, 2025

    MSU Research Foundation Designates $75M to Propel Michigan State’s Vision for a Far Better World
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  • Five Grand Rapids Based High-Tech Startup Teams Named to Fall 2023 Conquer Accelerator Program Cohort

    September 11, 2023

    Five Grand Rapids Based High-Tech Startup Teams Named to Fall 2023 Conquer Accelerator Program Cohort

    Startup accelerator offers funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities to Michigan-based entrepreneurs, and hands-on experience for interns interested in entrepreneurship.

  • Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 7 New Startup Investments Last Quarter

    August 8, 2023

    Foundation’s Captive Venture Funds Close 7 New Startup Investments Last Quarter

    Michigan State University Research Foundation backs a diverse range of startups through Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise Pre-Seed III investments funds, spanning medical tech, consumer products, pet wellness, and more.

  • Vetr Health Rolls Out Veterinary Telemedicine Platform

    July 17, 2023

    Vetr Health Rolls Out Veterinary Telemedicine Platform

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