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MSU Research Foundation
Supporting the Michigan State University ecosystem with resources that increase the impact of research and innovation.
About MSU Research Foundation
The Michigan State University Research Foundation supports the MSU ecosystem with resources that increase the impact of research and innovation. The Foundation achieves its mission through grant programs that contribute over $10 million annually to the University, entrepreneurial programming and early-stage investments that accelerate technology transfer and startup growth throughout Michigan, and environments where startup businesses and collaborators can thrive. The Foundation's work is made possible through its stewardship of a flexible and sustainable endowment, nourished by over 50 years of licensing revenues and investment returns. Learn more about the MSU Research Foundation and its impact at msufoundation.org.
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Capital & Finance
MSU Research Foundation's Top 20 PitchMI semifinalists received a check size increase from $250,000 to $375,000 due to generous coinvestors.
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Capital & Finance
MSU Research Foundation received $125K from Anchor Up Ventures to support the Grand Rapids Defense & Aerospace SemiFinals.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation is hosting the Startups at Sundown Showcase with a networking spot on Wednesday during the VC Insights & Innovation Event.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation portfolio company blueflite announced the launch of an autonomous drone delivery program for automotive parts in metro Detroit in partnership with Jack Demmer Automotive Group and Airspace Link.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation portfolio company Kall Morris Inc was selected by SpaceWERX as one of 11 Strategic Funding Increase awardees.
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Capital & Finance
MSU Research Foundation portfolio company GreenMark Biomedical Inc secured up to $297,615 in additional funding from the Translational Resource Center to advance new forms of its innovative products.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation introduced the Top 20 PitchMI 2026 Semifinalists including Advanced Manufacturing, Materials, & Outdoors, AI & Software, Defense & Aerospace, and Healthcare & Life Sciences.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation congratulated the Top 20 PitchMI 2026 Semifinalists.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation is hosting Tech Week Grand Rapids featuring keynotes, panels, and networking to highlight what's next for Michigan's startup community.
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People
MSU Research Foundation is hiring a Venture Associate - Healthcare or Life Sciences position.
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People
MSU Research Foundation is hiring a Director, Marketing & Communications position.
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Presence & Recognition
MSU Research Foundation co-hosted the Mobility Summit with MSU Mobility, supported by Waymo and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
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