February 17, 2026

In this episode we talk with Michigan State University Provost Dr. Laura Lee McIntyre about her path to MSU and how her experiences in research, fundraising, and innovation are shaping her leadership at the university.

February 12, 2026

Founded by a longtime restaurant operator, Shifty is rethinking how restaurants support and retain frontline teams through better training.

February 9, 2026

In this episode, we talk with MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz about how research, policy, and partnerships drive economic growth and improve lives across Michigan.

February 5, 2026

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.

January 20, 2026

(Oct.-Dec. 2025) The MSU Research Foundation backed a diverse range of startups through its Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise investment funds, spanning mobility, AI, medical devices, educational technology, and related sectors.

January 15, 2026

(Oct.-Dec. 2025) Nine new startups joined the Foundation’s incubator facilities in East Lansing and Grand Rapids, expanding activity across AI, manufacturing, agriculture, and life sciences.