Five Trends To Watch

Strengthening Research Translation in Higher Education Innovation Ecosystems

By Jaime Wood-Riley What does it take to grow a strong ecosystem for STEM innovation and entrepreneurship (I&E) within higher education? In early 2025, 13…

Judgment and Responsibility in the Age of AI

Following a recent BME-IDEA panel, VentureWell President and CEO Phil Weilerstein reflects on how to prepare the next generation of innovators for a healthcare landscape increasingly shaped by AI.

Why Wind Matters: Aloft Systems and the Quest for Smarter Shipping

The global shipping industry is under pressure to operate more efficiently and cut fuel costs, all while navigating tight timelines and aging fleets. With ships…

How Prospect Growth Is Revolutionizing Farming With Nanofertilizers

This E-Team Program and NSF I-Corps™ alumni startup is working to bring new technologies to farmers, helping them increase profitability while being responsible stewards of the environment.

FLIPspace in Action: Linking Federal Labs to Arkansas Innovators

At the final FLIPspace: Advanced Mobility Arkansas pitch event in May, attendees got a front-row seat to watch this bold VentureWell pilot unfold.

Creative Funding Sources for Early-Stage Entrepreneurs: Interview With Brian Kerns

Aspire mentor Kerns advises that creative founders turn over all rocks when pursuing funding—exploring federal, state, and local options as well as accelerators, incubators, and assistance programs.

Five Essential (and Mostly Free!) IP Resources Every Innovator Should Know About

By Megan Aanstoos What do Broaster Chicken, “Shake It Off,” and the Sexy Illusions Push-Up Bra have in common? They are all products protected by…