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UW-Madison researchers have identified a protein that could be used to regenerate damaged heart tissue, giving heart failure patients hope for a potential treatment. The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation recently spotlighted the breakthrough as a “top licensing...
In Business: MGE’s newest solar array now fully operational in Fitchburg
Madison Gas & Electric is a member of the Wisconsin Technology Council. Madison Gas and Electric’s (MGE) latest solar array, the 6-megawatt Tyto Solar in Fitchburg, is fully operational and delivering locally generated, carbon-free energy to MGE’s distribution...
In Business: Madison ranked No. 2 US metro area for women in tech
A recent study from CoworkingCafe took a nationwide look into the country’s top metropolitan areas (MSAs) for women working in tech. The study found that Madison is the second-best mid-sized metro area for female tech professionals, being surpassed only by...
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: These are Wisconsin’s best companies to work for in the U.S., according to Forbes
Top employers across Wisconsin landed on the latest Forbes report ranking midsize and large employers for the nation's best places to work. The annual ranking of midsize employers is based on a survey of more than 170,000 U.S.-based workers at American companies....
WisPolitics: Gov. Evers: Signs bill providing grant to support Wisconsin’s regional biohealth tech hub
Gov. Tony Evers today signed Senate Bill 894, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 96, which provides necessary funding to leverage federal funding for the development of Wisconsin’s biohealth and technology sectors. “Wisconsin is a leader in the field of personalized medicine and...
UW-Eau Claire: Dr. Louisa Rice named associate vice chancellor for academic affairs
UW-Eau Claire is a member of the Wisconsin Technology Council. Dr. Louisa Rice has been named permanent associate vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire after serving in the interim role since January 2022. Rice, a professor of...
Cap Times: Odana Road project aims to meet ‘overwhelming’ demand for lab space
SARA Investment Real Estate is a member of the Wisconsin Technology Council. For the Madison-area businesses looking for answers to some of the most pressing health and science questions of our time, sometimes it can be tough just to find a place to work. Now, those...
WisBusiness: UW-Madison: New toolkit helps scientists study natural cell death
New research from biochemists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison opens the door for scientists to explore cell death, a critical biochemical process, with greater ease. Here’s the rundown on professor Amy Weeks and her lab’s recent research and paper: •Cell death...
PR Newswire: Elephas to Collaborate with Mayo Clinic to Advance Development of Oncology Imaging Diagnostics Platform
Elephas Biosciences Corporation (Elephas), a biotechnology company, today announced that it will collaborate on the development of an oncology imaging diagnostics platform to predict response to immunotherapy with Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Elephas...
WisBusiness: UniverCity: Announces partners
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s UniverCity program is excited to announce six Wisconsin local governments are partnering with university resources to address community-identified challenges. Since 2016, UniverCity Alliance has connected Wisconsin communities...
WisBusiness: NVNG Investment Advisors announces $50M fund close
NVNG Investment Advisors has closed on a $50 million fund of funds, the firm announced recently. Investors in the fund include Exact Sciences, Baird, Johnson Financial Group, West Bend Insurance and A.O. Smith, according to a release from the Madison-based firm. NVNG...
WisBusiness: Economist says state headed for ‘soft landing’ rather than recession
A UW-Madison economist says Wisconsin is likely headed for a “soft landing” rather than a recession, based on trends in the state labor market. The state’s chronic labor shortage is often blamed for limiting economic growth, Prof. Steven Deller wrote in a recent...
MKE Startup News: BEEKEEPR wipe dispenser creates buzz
If you have kids, regardless of their ages, disposable cleaning wipes are probably a part of your daily life. Wipes are great for tackling sticky hands and shopping cart handles, but what do you do with the used wipe? Local inventor Lizzy Osma created a quick and...
WisBusiness: Marquette University: Marquette Graduate School bolsters career-readiness with new Ph.D. requirements
The Marquette University Graduate School has announced three new “career skill” requirements for Ph.D. candidates to ensure each graduate has the opportunity to reflect on their desired career and acquire additional career-related skills needed for them to pursue...
Milwaukee Business Journal: Fleet Farm advances plans for new Kenosha County store
Fleet Farm has committed to its plans to build a new store in Kenosha County, buying the 29 acres for that project for $4.5 million this month. The project was approved last year for the site at 7500 125th Ave. in Bristol, just west of the Interstate 94 interchange...
Fox 11 News: Students showcase technical skills in regional competition at FVTC
More than 200 middle and high school students around the area rose to the challenge at Fox Valley Technical College. The college hosted the SkillsUSA competition Friday where students from 20 different school districts showed off their talents in 16 events such as...
Wisconsin Public Radio: UW-Madison launches environmental sustainability initiative
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is launching an environmental sustainability initiative that will include carbon-reduction goals and a new research hub on campus. UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin made the announcement during a recent UW Board of Regents...
WisBusiness: UW-Green Bay has announced a new online AI certificate program, offering insights on how the technology can be used and its impacts on society
The six-week course is meant for business professionals and other leaders, according to yesterday’s release. The spring 2024 will run from March 11 to April 19, with four modules covering the foundations of AI, its applications in business, ethical and social...
WisBusiness: the Podcast with Ashley Oppermann, EVA
This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Ashley Oppermann, founder and CEO of a startup called EVA, or Electronic Veterinary Assistant. This veterinary practice management software uses conversational AI to record the physical exam and history into...
InsideWis: Young companies have many needs – sometimes, they need big partners
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – There’s a long list of things a startup company needs to succeed, not the least of which is money but also an innovative product; a business plan to follow and adapt as necessary; a solid go-to-market strategy; and a well-rounded team with...