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Studying the Impact of STEM Entrepreneurship Programs: The Why and How

Sarah Zappe and Stephanie Cutler share research highlighting the challenges of studying the impact of STEM entrepreneurship programs on individuals—and why we need to do more.

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.

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.

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.

how technology transfer offices can close the gender engagement gap

As more technology transfer offices work to close the gender engagement gap, we outline some best practices to help administrators enhance their efforts.

closing the gender gap in STEM entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship Activities on Campus: Helping Students Leverage the Power of an Ecosystem

Faculty play a key role in helping students identify campus entrepreneurship activities that most align with their personal and professional interests.

Access to Low-Cost Tools for Scientific Discovery: A Conversation with Schmidt Futures’ Tom Kalil

What if everyone had access to low-cost, high-quality, and easy-to-use tools for scientific discovery? Tom Kalil from Schmidt Futures is trying to find out.

Faculty Spotlight: Gary Brooking from Wichita State University

Gary Brooking from Wichita State University helps students develop a mindset that is open to understand broader issues to better solve problems.

Mission 2025: Planning the Future of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education

What are the topics and challenges in I&E education that should be addressed between now and 2025?

Intensive Design Experience: Preparing Engineering Students for the Real World

An intensive design experience simulates a high-performance team situation to show students what it takes to succeed in the workforce or as an entrepreneur.

Building Startup Ecosystems: Good for Innovators, Good for the Economy

Heath Naquin profiles two I&E programs that are amplifying startup ecosystems to support innovators and drive economic growth.

5 Keys to Unlocking Impactful Industry-University Collaborations

University Libraries: The Happening Hub of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education

University libraries are increasingly serving as hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship, providing a space for students to collaborate and innovate.

Why It’s Right to be Wrong: Successful Startups Challenge Assumptions

Startups that challenge assumptions early on are better able to develop solid strategies and lessen the chances of making costly missteps.

OPEN 2018: Inventing for the Future of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education

OPEN 2018 provided opportunities to learn emerging best practices in the rapidly evolving field of technology entrepreneurship education.

4 Ways Faculty Can Make and Keep Strong Industry Partnerships

Faculty Spotlight: Nathalie Duval-Couetil

Nathalie Duval-Couetil launched Purdue University’s undergraduate entrepreneurship program, which includes entrepreneurship capstone, global entrepreneurship, and women and leadership courses and initiatives.

Shattering the Glass Ceiling in the I&E Ecosystem

Women are having a profound influence in I&E, but much work remains for women to have the opportunities to make an impact.

Impact Inventing: SiNode Systems’ Approach to Sustainable Energy

VentureWell E-Team SiNode Systems developed technology that enables longer-lasting, faster-charging Lithium-ion batteries.