University Research Park

The University of Wisconsin-Madison has moved up two places to sixth out of 920 public and private universities in the United States in #university #research expenditures, according to the National Science Foundation (NSF) annual rankings. For the first time, the university has topped $1.7 billion?in research expenditures, according to the NSF?Higher Education Research and Development (HERD), released today, Nov. 25, 2024. “UW-Madison has been a research powerhouse for generations,” says UW–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin. “This latest increase in both our research expenditures and our HERD ranking is further evidence of our deep commitment to bringing incredible UW–Madison expertise across disciplines to the grand challenges of our time and to translating our discoveries to improve lives at home in #Wisconsin and beyond.” Article: 'UW–Madison 6th in national research ranking, surpasses $1.7 billion in research expenditures' https://lnkd.in/g2tFHNUx via UW–Madison #education #leadership

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness.com: the #Podcast” is with John Garnetti, managing director of the UW-Madison Office of Business Engagement (OBE). He discusses the office’s impact on #Wisconsin’s #business community, providing examples of how the OBE works with companies in the state through a variety of programs. It’s existed for more than 20 years, helping to identify the best department or institute for where companies can connect. Listen to the podcast: https://lnkd.in/gFvamvMa #university #leadership

StartingBlock Madison, Inc., a hub for startups and #innovation, announced a continuing #partnership with?Summit Credit Union. This collaboration marks the second year of the Summit Credit Union Fellowship for Women Entrepreneurs, an initiative designed to support #women in building their businesses, financial security, and overall #wellness. The one-year program takes 12 women entrepreneurs through a 12-week, accelerator-style boot camp, followed by nine months of monthly meetings with their coaches for ongoing #mentoring and accountability. Applications close 12/13. Article: 'StartingBlock, Summit Credit Union launch year 2 of Fellowship for Women Entrepreneurs' https://lnkd.in/gTp7DShC via In Business Madison #Wisconsin #startup #entrepreneur

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness.com: the #Podcast” is with Zach M., senior vice president of #business development for Krier Foods. Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) and Johnson Financial Group last month?announced?Random Lake-based Krier Foods’ Jolly Good Soda is this year’s Coolest Thing Made in #Wisconsin. The craft #soda product was chosen as the winner for 2024’s contest after more than 150,000 votes were cast. Listen to the podcast: https://lnkd.in/gVAxcXGK

The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) is seeking commercial partners to help develop a new method for creating lightweight materials for applications in #aerospace, defense and marine industries. WARF is touting the method as a top licensing prospect in its engineering and #computerscience portfolio. It was created by Prof. Pavana Prabhakar, who leads the Manufacturing and Mechanics Lab within the UW-Madison College of Engineering. The approach is focused on producing a form of composite material called “syntactic” foam, which is made up of hollow particles combined with structures formed from metallic, ceramic or polymer components, according to an overview from WARF. Compared to comparable solid structures, these forms boast greater impact strength and toughness. Article: 'WARF touting method to create lightweight materials with aerospace, defense applications' https://lnkd.in/dfjttRii via WisBusiness.com #university #Wisconsin #innovation

?? Get ready, Madison! PechaKucha x Emerging Tech is back and ready to bring the wow factor! ?? ??? When: Thursday, November 14, 5:00 - 8:00 PM ?? Where: Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center What’s better than a night filled with groundbreaking ideas and cool tech stories? How about mixing it up with a side of networking, 8 brilliant speakers, and a PechaKucha twist! You’ll get 20 slides per speaker, 20 seconds per slide—it’s fast, it’s fun, and it’s full of fresh perspectives on biohealth and tech. Whether you're a techie, biohealth buff, startup star, or just curious, this is the place to be. So grab a friend, bring your questions, and let’s get inspired together! ?? ?? RSVP now to save your spot! https://lnkd.in/gzJXYW36

After years of studying the deleterious effects of #climatechange on human #health, a #Wisconsin professor has come to view his work as less about devastation and more about hope. “The health benefits of a low-carbon #economy are so enormous.” Dr. Jonathan Patz recently told Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Wisconsin Today.” Fossil fuel #pollution caused more than 8 million premature deaths in 2018,?research shows. Patz also noted that unhealthy diets — particularly those high in red meat, the production of which?contributes significantly?to #globalwarming — and?lack of exercise?because of cities with poor walking and biking infrastructure contribute to many more premature deaths each year. “The climate discourse needs to recognize the centrality of health, and health should not be politicized. It is absolutely about our health today and the health of future generations,” Patz said. Story: 'Framing the climate crisis around health: Wisconsin professor wants a narrative shift' https://lnkd.in/gh2iNhcE via WPR #environment #naturalresources

After 24 hours of #programming and #coding — fueled by plenty of snacks and energy drinks — the organizers of an annual hackathon event at the University of Wisconsin-Madison announced which of the 55 projects would move on as finalists. From noon Saturday to early Sunday afternoon, more than 250 people formed small groups to develop projects. Some stayed and worked through the night. Around 3 a.m., organizers held a little dance party. Participants huddled around laptops with BUBBL’R, Red Bulls, Oreos and Cheez-Its within reach. They presented their projects to faculty and other judges. Article: "'Trial by fire': UW–Madison hackathon generates tech ideas in 24 hours" https://lnkd.in/gRbH9xbx via The Capital Times #university #Wisconsin #innovation

We're proud to announce the election of two new Board Members! Aimee Davis, Alliant Energy, will join the URP Board as a Trustee and Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska, University of Wisconsin-Madison, will join the Board as an Advisor. “I’m thrilled to welcome Aimee and Dorota to the University Research Park Board,” said Aaron Olver, Managing Director of URP. “Aimee’s marketing and communications chops and Dorota’s science and research expertise are welcome additions to the board room. And strategically, we’re grateful for the opportunity to deepen our relationship with both Alliant Energy, which serves URP 2, and the University of Wisconsin – Madison.” Learn more about our new Board members: https://lnkd.in/gz7B8DwR #university #Wisconsin #leadership #innovation

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness.com: the #Podcast” is with Jefferson County Administrator Ben Wehmeier and Deborah Reinbold, president of Thrive_ED. The podcast focuses on economic #development in the county and the #Madison-#Milwaukee corridor more broadly, which Wehmeier calls 'the crossroads of the state.' The area’s key industries include #agribusiness, advanced #manufacturing and food and beverage production, as well as #biomedical sciences. Reinbold shares details on Thrive Economic Development, a private entity that supports economic development work for Jefferson County, with a focus on attracting, retaining and expanding #business as well as #workforce, #housing and other issues.? Listen to the podcast: https://lnkd.in/g5gidmUm