Business students at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business Indianapolis along with students from the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI are partnering to bring a patented invention to market. Two business students and three biomedical engineering students are joining forces to research how to commercialize a new kidney dialysis invention by IU surgeon George Akingba,… Read more »
Tag: Economic Development
Midwest E3 Summit set for July 11-12 in Indianapolis
Supporting development of Indiana’s resources to create an ecosystem of resources for entrepreneurs, StepStone Business Partners will host the Midwest E3 Summit in Indianapolis on July 11-12. Designed to attract angel investors, entrepreneurs and business leaders from across Indiana and the Midwest, the Midwest E3 (Empowering an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem) Summit will provide an integrated educational framework for participants looking… Read more »
Regional Innovation Clusters (4th of a Series)
Blog Post #4: Indiana University and Indiana Life Science Cluster Our previous post has discussed Regionalism and clusters as a tool for economic development and the role of the university in the process. Through our Innovate Indiana initiative, Indiana University has played a significant role in economic development and innovation, particularly with respect to life… Read more »
Regional Innovation Clusters (3rd of a Series)
Blog Post #3: Universities and Regional Innovation Clusters The first two posts of this series discussed “regional innovation clusters” – what they are, why they are beneficial, and what makes one successful. We determined in the previous post, that the three examples of clusters that were highlighted – Colorado CleanTech, Indiana Life Sciences and the Michigan Battery… Read more »
Regional Innovation Clusters (2nd of a Series)
Blog Post #2: What do Regional Innovation Clusters Look Like? Previously, we discussed “Regional Innovation Clusters” and why they an important driver of economic growth. The Brookings Institute posits that “clusters generate powerful synergies in local economies by organizing, matching, and linking the key actors and assets.” The question then becomes, what characteristics are associated… Read more »
Regional Innovation Clusters (1st of a Series)
Blog Post #1: What are Regional Innovation Clusters? What does the renewable energy industry in Colorado, the battery industry in Michigan, and Indiana’s own life sciences industry all have in common? All of these are regional industry clusters, and perhaps more importantly, they are highly innovative “Regional Innovation Clusters.” A recent study by the Brookings… Read more »
Assessing the University’s Role in Economic Development
By David Gard Over the past year, the IU Office of Engagement has become increasingly involved in economic development-focused initiatives of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU). I am fortunate to have been appointed to serve on APLU’s Commission on Innovation, Competitiveness, and Economic Prosperity (CICEP). CICEP is focused on: 1) understanding and defining… Read more »
RealClearPolitics – Learning From Japan’s Mistakes
By Bill Stephan Interesting piece by Robert Samuelson that underscores the importance of establishing polices that support entrepreneurs and new business start-up activities. RealClearPolitics – Learning From Japan’s Mistakes.
Around the State: IU Council for Regional Engagement and Economic Development (CREED)
By David Gard To more effectively connect with all IU campuses and the communities they serve in carrying out its mission, the IU Office of Engagement has created, with the support of the President McRobbie, the Council for Regional Engagement and Economic Development (CREED). The establishment of this body creates a permanent structure and enduring forum within… Read more »
How will the economy fare in 2011? IU Kelley School of Business Outlook Panel touring Indiana to present forecast
By David Gard Looking ahead to 2011 in the aftermath of the economic downturn, many questions and uncertainties remain: Are we facing a new economic reality with different rules and a fundamental shift in expectations? When will significant job growth resume? Will we be stuck in slow economic growth for the time to come? What… Read more »