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In a track and field event like the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, milliseconds could make all the difference between an athlete’s triumph or disappointment. Guaranteeing that all these numbers were correct was the job of one Wisconsin-based company. PrimeTime Timing, an...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Wisconsin’s biohealth tech hub will receive $49 million federal grant
Wisconsin’s biohealth tech hub will receive $49 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration. Last October, Wisconsin became one of 31 regions in the United States to be designated as a Regional Technology and...
New month brings renewed practice time for July 31 Tech Council golf outing to benefit BPC
July is underway with opportunities to celebrate America’s independence and to polish your golf game so you’re primed and ready for the annual Tech Council Golf Outing, to be held Wednesday, July 31 at The Oaks in Cottage Grove. Join us at The Oaks for a scramble golf...
Wisconsin State Journal: New cyclotron at UW Health to boost cancer, Alzheimer’s research, treatment
Click here to read an InsideWis column by Tom Still on this topic from May 16, 2024. UW Health plans to build a new cyclotron, which makes radioactive atoms used in scans to detect tumors and other ailments, to expand research and treatment of cancer and conditions...
Marquette University: Marquette University signs strategic engagement agreement with GE Healthcare
Marquette University and GE HealthCare have signed a strategic engagement agreement to strengthen their existing relationship and enhance collaboration, talent development and joint opportunities. This agreement is the second of its kind for Marquette, further...
In Business: UW–Madison engineers create low-cost, nitrate-monitoring sensors for farm soil
UW–Madison engineers have developed low-cost sensors that allow for real-time, continuous monitoring of nitrate in soil types that are common in Wisconsin, according to a recent press release. These printed electrochemical sensors could enable farmers to make...
BizTimes Milwaukee: 5 minutes with… David Arnstein and Jenni Le
Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.’s newly launched public-private venture capital program, known as the Wisconsin Investment Fund, has enlisted a handful of venture capital firms to infuse an initial $100 million into Wisconsin’s startup ecosystem, with a focus on...
InsideWis: Solar, wind, nuclear: All of the above or other choices for energy transition?
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – It must be tough being an energy planner these days. Whether you’re working for a utility company, a public regulator or a private firm hoping to control costs by conserving electricity use, it must be confusing to follow the debate around...
In Business: Velocity Station accelerates Madison’s biohealth sector
According to BioForward Wisconsin, the biohealth sector is a high-quality job generator for Wisconsin — with 129,000 employees earning an average annual wage 70% higher than the state’s private sector average, and biohealth’s 10.6% job growth leads the state....
WisBusiness: WEDC is now accepting nominations for this year’s MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, recognizing Wisconsin companies owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans
“These awards are meant to showcase Wisconsin’s most promising diverse businesses,” said Missy Hughes, secretary and CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. The nomination deadline is July 19, and award recipients will be highlighted during a Dec. 12 luncheon,...
‘WisBiz: The Show’ features Jonathon Horne of Idea Fund of La Crosse
Welcome to “WisBusiness: The Show,” a twice-a-month Web show covering state business news and issues. In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Jonathon Horne, managing director of the Idea Fund of La Crosse, who describes how and why the Idea Fund was...
Milwaukee Business Journal: Bend Health’s Monika Roots named an EY Entrepreneur of the Year winner, will vie for national honor
A Madison healthtech leader has been named one of the Midwest winners in Ernst & Young LLP's Entrepreneur Of The Year awards program. Bend Health Inc. co-founder Monika Roots has been honored as one of the winning entrepreneurs from Illinois, Indiana and...
Tech Crunch: Vinod Khosla is wary of too much regulation
TechCrunch’s Connie Loizos recently got to pick the Khosla Ventures founder’s brains, and the resulting conversation is chock-full of insights about how AI is changing tech today. Among other things, Khosla talked about what concerns him with AI, FTC Chair Lina Khan,...
WisBusiness: PSC chair wants faster development of new nuclear technologies
Public Service Commission Chair Summer Strand says legislation that recently cleared the U.S. Senate will accelerate development of new nuclear technologies such as small modular reactors. Speaking last week during a WisPolitics luncheon in Madison, Strand said “there...
Wisconsin Ag Connection: UW field days – learn about Ag research and innovation
The University of Wisconsin Agricultural Research Stations are abuzz with activity during the summer field day season. These events, free and open to the public (unless otherwise noted), offer a chance to learn about cutting-edge research and network with industry...
WisBusiness: the Podcast with Jim Kaput, Vydiant
This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Jim Kaput, co-founder and chief science officer for Vydiant. This California business is a member of BioForward Wisconsin, and lists the UW-Madison Department of Food Science among its support network. Kaput,...
WisBusiness: Wisconsin Technology Council President Tom Still warns that taking a state-by-state approach to regulating AI could result in a “hodge-podge” of laws that puts some people and businesses at a competitive disadvantage
In a recent column, Still highlighted state-level efforts to get ahead of the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence industry, noting about 400 bills have been introduced or enacted around the country. While California alone has about 50 AI-related bills under...
InsideWis: It’s not possible to put AI genie back in the bottle, but reasonable oversight is
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Nvidia became the world’s most valuable public company for a few days this month – yes, more valuable than even Microsoft and Apple – for one major reason: The boom in generative artificial intelligence means there has been a surge in...
Green Bay Press Gazette: Medical College of Wisconsin to invest $50 million in improving three areas in next 5-10 years
The Medical College of Wisconsin is turning its attention to hypertension, childhood behavioral health, and the well-being of the state's health care workers. At a news conference Thursday at Lambeau Field, the Medical College of Wisconsin announced it will be...
WisBusiness: Thermo Fisher Scientific to add hundreds of jobs with $58M Middleton expansion
Thermo Fisher Scientific’s $58 million expansion of its Middleton operation is expected to add 350 jobs in the region, the governor’s office says. Gov. Tony Evers yesterday joined other state officials and company leaders to tout the expansion of PPD, Thermo Fisher...
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.@madisoncollege, @MATCMilwaukee, @UniversitiesWI bolster accessibility of #biohealth #career pathways. via @ibmadison
Madison College, MATC, UW bolster accessibility of biohealth career pathways
The ABC Pathways project aims to train and place 2,000 workers in biohealth jobs within five years, with a 30% employee diversity goal.
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The state of early stage investing in #Wisconsin: How did 2023 fare?
Learn more at our #Innovation Network luncheon 7/23 in #Madison. https://loom.ly/q2Q6Gk0 #startup
.@uwmadison scientists are testing a new soil nutrient sensor this summer. https://loom.ly/BKfOn_o via @wisbusiness #Wisconsin #agriculture
Event (8/7): '@captimes Power Hour' with @milwaukeetool's Scott Griswold. Learn more: #Wisconsin #business #leadership
The Cap Times Power Hour featuring Scott Griswold of Milwaukee Tool
The Cap Times has established itself as a leader in presenting high-powered events that educate and entertain in t...
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A reminder to join us for our annual #golf outing, reception on 7/31!
Learn more: via @ibmadison
Tech Council hosting annual Golf Outing, reception at July’s end
Purchase of an individual or foursome includes golf warm up, lunch, carts, and the end of day reception.
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.@michaelbestlaw and Los Angeles-based venture #law firm O&A P.C. complete their combination. #Wisconsin #venturecapital
Michael Best, Los Angeles-Based Venture Law Firm O&A, P.C. Complete Combination
Michael Best and venture law firm O&A, P.C. have formally combined effective July 1, 2024. Through the combination, ...
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