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improving aneurysm treatment with game-inspired design: q&a with Gopesh Tilvawala of Neurotendo

E-Team Neurotendo developed a game-inspired device that enables safer and quicker aneurysm treatment with higher success rates.

moving design and innovation courses online: emphasize empathy and objectives

When moving your innovation courses online, it’s important to focus on objectives and how best to academically and emotionally support your students.

students and industry partnering for the planet: when waste leads to good business

More university programs are fostering industry partnerships, and giving students real-world opportunities to address environmental issues.

4 strategies to integrate ethics into entrepreneurship education

weaving environmental innovation into visions of the future: q&a with Taryn Mead of Western Colorado University

Taryn Mead of Western Colorado University teaches students entrepreneurship concepts through an environmental innovation lens, helping them envision their contribution to a more sustainable future.

expanding equity in STEM innovation: showcasing female founders of color

We’re showcasing some of the VentureWell-supported female founders of color who are ascending to new heights in STEM innovation and entrepreneurship.

streamlining infectious mosquito control with artificial intelligence: q&a with Tristan Ford of VecTech

Using artificial intelligence, E-Team VecTech is eliminating the need for harmful insecticides for mosquito control.

illuminating Black women engineers: unsung champions of innovation

In honor of Juneteenth and International Women in Engineering Day, we are celebrating Black women engineers who developed innovative breakthroughs.

how early-stage entrepreneurs can access funding during COVID-19

We’ve unpacked how early-stage science- and technology-based entrepreneurs can access funding resources, and pivot to new opportunities in these challenging times.

inventing solutions to prevent ocean pollution

catalyzing early & robust support for student entrepreneurs: q&a with sadan kulturel-konak from Penn State Berks

Faculty grantee, Sadan Kulturel-Konak engages students in entrepreneurial concepts early in their academic careers by integrating them into introductory engineering and IT classes.

tracking dehydration with smart wearables: q&a with Adria Abella Villafranca from E-Team, hDrop

E-Team grantee, Adria Abella Villafranca of hDrop developed a wearable device that analyzes dehydration levels and alerts users when it’s necessary to drink water.

customer interviews: tips, do’s, and don’ts

Customer interviews help entrepreneurs discover if their idea is worth pursuing before putting a lot of time and effort into it.

the six biggest challenges faced by student entrepreneurs

We fund some of the nation’s top university students dedicating their time to inventing something new. Here are the top six challenges they typically face.

3 strategies to cultivate comprehensive entrepreneurship ecosystems

During our first virtualOPEN conference, we gathered expert panelists to discuss the best strategies for cultivating healthy and robust entrepreneurship ecosystems.

instilling an entrepreneurial mindset in Native American communities: q&a with Wendy Westbroek of Salish Kootenai College

Learn how VentureWell faculty grantee, Wendy Westbroek, is driven to increase STEM engagement and success in Native American communities.

eliminating harmful pesticides from farming: q&a with Adam Stager from E-Team, TRIC Robotics

Adam Stager of E-Team, TRIC Robotics, is working to eliminate pesticides from farming to protect workers and the environment.

how to strengthen IP education in university ecosystems

earth day, everyday: profile of E-Team, MITO Material Solutions

For Earth Day, we’re celebrating E-Team grantee, MITO Material Solutions, for bringing environmentally-responsible principles into manufacturing.