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IU researchers win Translational Research grant for plastic neutron shield material technology

Posted January 20, 2023 by Ryan Piurek

Bri Heron, technology marketing manager at Indiana University’s Innovation and Commercialization Office, contributed the following story. Mike Snow, a professor of physics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington, and graduate student Jerald Balta were recently awarded a $34,939 Translational Research grant from IU for their flexible neutron shielding material technology…. Read more »

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IU program hits new milestones on path to accelerate new innovations in defense, national security

Posted November 18, 2022 by Ryan Piurek

An Indiana University initiative to support and advance the development of promising new technologies with potential applications in national security and defense has reached several major milestones as it approaches the end of its second year. In late 2020, IU received a grant from the National Security Innovation Network, a program office within the U.S…. Read more »

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New rankings spotlight flourishing startup communities in Indianapolis, Bloomington

Posted August 11, 2022 by Ryan Piurek

IU and its early-stage venture investment arm, IU Ventures, are helping to advance Indiana’s strategy to provide local startups with resources they need to accelerate their development This week saw the release of the annual Midwest Cities Rankings, which gauge the performance of communities across the Midwest region of the U.S. in terms of their… Read more »

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‘Hungry, humble and smart’

Posted June 10, 2022 by Ryan Piurek

IU Ventures-backed company Encamp relies on IU and Indiana roots to achieve genuine growth and impact This week’s news that Indianapolis-based software company Encamp had secured $30 million in Series C funding to help further develop its innovative environmental compliance platform came as welcome—but not at all surprising—news for IU Ventures, Indiana University’s early-stage venture… Read more »

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IU expertise, connections and funding capital are energizing Bloomington’s innovation and startup culture

Posted December 14, 2021 by Ryan Piurek

Ravi Bhatt

Ten years ago, Ravi Bhatt considered his college town of Bloomington, Ind., when he was deciding where to locate his promising new business venture. He loved Bloomington, and equally adored his alma mater, Indiana University. In the end, though, he chose Chicago, believing that the Windy City offered the best mix of talent, infrastructure and,… Read more »

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IU startup founders create buzz as Forbes’ newest “30 Under 30” honorees

Posted December 3, 2021 by Ryan Piurek

Six years ago, the news and communications team I led at the time was eager to show off its storytelling skills on behalf of Indiana University and, more importantly, to spotlight the work being done at IU to advance the top priority of the university’s newly adopted Bicentennial Strategic Plan: ensuring student success. Our creative… Read more »

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Helping to steer the growth of Indy’s fast-growing startup community

Posted December 2, 2021 by Ryan Piurek

Earlier this week, Detroit-based Purpose Jobs, which bills itself as the Midwest’s largest startup community, unveiled its list of Top Indianapolis Startups to Watch in 2022. The 17 Circle City companies that made the list were selected based on a number of factors, including their success in attracting investment, increasing their workforce and launching innovative… Read more »

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Giving thanks for a collective innovation culture

Posted November 20, 2021 by Ryan Piurek

IU President Pamela Whitten, right, and NSA Crane Commanding Officer Cmdr. James L. Smith renew their institutions' partnership during Whitten's inaugural visit to Naval Support Activity Crane. Photo courtesy of NSA Crane.

Heading into Thanksgiving week, Indiana University is seeing a cornucopia of major developments on the innovation front. Here’s a sampling of several recent advancements, which reflect how IU and its partners are furthering a collective innovation culture across Indiana. Furthering the IU-Crane connection. Earlier this week, at a signing event that included IU President Pamela… Read more »

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Second annual E2E Convergence takes an in-depth look at higher ed, industry practices to bridge the "skills gap" throughout Indiana

Posted May 26, 2016 by Bill W. Hornaday

  Since 2013, the state of Indiana has added more than 140,000 jobs. That’s a good story to tell, said former Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann — but there’s a catch. “The tough part about that if you’re the employer … is you know how difficult it now is to find employees,” Ellspermann said. “That’s the… Read more »

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Regional campuses claim three President's Awards for Teaching; IUSM's Bruce Molitoris is recognized as a Distinguished Professor

Posted April 21, 2016 by Bill W. Hornaday

  Since 1974, the President’s Award for Teaching has recognized 125 IU educators for outstanding teaching, research or service throughout IU’s campuses statewide. As an award for distinguished teaching, it honors top faculty, their commitment to students’ education and their devotion to the university’s fundamental mission of educational and research excellence. When it comes to… Read more »

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  • IU, NSWC Crane partner on research initiative to help secure Navy's AI, machine learning systems February 1, 2023
  • IU’s, state’s participation in first-ever NBA games in India helps alumni investors score, spotlights potential economic benefits of engagement with country’s growing venture capital landscape January 31, 2023
  • IU researchers seek to commercialize AI tool to identify undiagnosed cases of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia January 24, 2023
  • IU researchers win Translational Research grant for plastic neutron shield material technology January 20, 2023
  • IU-affiliated startup wins the Regional Pre-Seed Award from Elevate Nexus Southern Region Pitch Competition January 17, 2023

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