News + Innovation
The most important technology news, developments and trends

Small cyberphysical watermarks could prevent huge headaches caused by fake meds
- March 2, 2022
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Purdue University researchers have created many innovations in the veterinary space. Read about them and how to license them in this feature. Learn More >

Invention addresses the problems of running a red light at traffic intersections
- February 16, 2022
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Read how an invention from Purdue University and INDOT engineers could save lives at high-speed traffic signals. Learn More >

Inari to Bring Growers Proprietary GM Traits in Tandem with Novel Gene Edits
- February 9, 2022
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Inari has created a unique opportunity to deliver proven genetically modified traits in combination with novel gene edits to plants’ natural DNA — unlocking the full potential of seeds for growers and the environment. Learn More >

Brooke Beier to lead commercialization efforts at Purdue Research Foundation
- February 3, 2022
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In addition to her current responsibilities in leading PRF’s Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC), Beier will oversee the Purdue Foundry. Learn More >

Purdue among world’s most entrepreneurial universities
- February 3, 2022
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Purdue alumni who have founded their own companies are doing very well in raising capital. Learn More >

3 Purdue projects receive $143,000 from Office of Technology Commercialization’s Trask Innovation Fund
- February 2, 2022
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The Office of Technology Commercialization has funded the project through the Trask Innovation Fund. The fund supports short-term projects that enhance the commercial value of Purdue’s intellectual property. Learn More >

A horse slicker is just a horse slicker, of course, of course, unless it can monitor chronic disease
- February 2, 2022
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A first-of-its-kind horse slicker with a specially designed liner could be able to “tell” the horse’s human caregivers of increasing chronic diseases. Learn More >

Ag-Celerator announces deadline for ag entrepreneurs to apply for funding
- January 31, 2022
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Purdue-affiliated entrepreneurs who commercialize technology that benefits any agricultural sector can apply for $100,000 from the Ag-Celerator Fund. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. ET on Feb. 11. Learn More >

Four Purdue University-related companies receive $200,000 in funding
- January 27, 2022
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American Evidence Management, LeafTech Ag, NanoBio Designs and Peak Mind received $200,000 in regional pitch competitions organized by Elevate Ventures. Learn More >

Ag-Celerator fund invests $200,000 in two agriculture startup companies
- January 27, 2022
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Insignum AgTech creates plants that warn growers of an early-stage infection so that crops can be protected. Verility Inc. is a global animal health platform providing fertility analysis products. Learn More >