How to keep investing in CX – even during economic uncertainty
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA is hosting a free, in-person session featuring Dave Seybold, CEO of TTEC Digital, as he discusses the importance of investing in customer experience, especially during times of uncertainty. The event will include an afternoon of discussion, light refreshments and networking with other entrepreneurs, students, faculty and […]
Virolock’s mission? Prevent pandemics by trapping and identifying viruses quickly and easily
By Stephanie Kalina-Metzger Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of tomato spotted wilt virus trapped in a CNT microfluidic device. False blue color was added manually. There’s always new, cutting-edge technology in the works at Penn State. One of the more recent developments involves a group of Penn State professors working with scientists on solutions to identify […]
Medical simulation startup uses robotics to train for better patient outcomes
By Stephanie Kalina-Metzger Three “Dynamic Haptic Robotic Trainer” systems lined up and ready to train medical residents at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Photo: Provided. Engineers are naturally problem solvers and, as such, are often pioneers of innovation. Those who choose to become professors don’t always stop inventing. Take the case of Scarlett […]
Giving first responders next-gen solutions to today’s emergencies
By Stephanie Kalina-Metzger ERTCA partner TECHLINE Technologies demonstrates methods for applying a loss-of-limb tourniquet at ERTCA event in Bradford County, PA. Photo: Provided. Eric Porterfield, CEO of the Emergency Response Training and Certification Association (ERTCA), a nonprofit housed at Innovation Park, credits a grant from the Ben Franklin Technology Center for helping him jumpstart his […]
Phospholutions founder honored for social impact in Forbes 30 Under 30
By Stephanie Kalina-Metzger Photo: Provided. President and CEO of Phospholutions Hunter Swisher was just named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for the social impact of his work to create a more sustainable future for agriculture by enhancing the efficiency of phosphorus fertilizers. During his time as an undergraduate at Penn State, Swisher learned about phosphorus-enhancing […]
“Penn State took a shot on me” Venture & IP Conference spotlights success stories and disruptive tech
By Cara Aungst Venture & IP Conference moderator Ryan Newman (right) talks with Penn State alumni Ash Ashutosh, Global Director of Solution Sales at Google (left) and Mo Bhende, CEO and cofounder of karat (center, via Zoom), during the Penn State Unicorn Panel on Friday. PHOTO: Invent Penn State / Rick Brandt On April 28-29, the 2022 Venture & […]
Innovation Park building renamed for pioneering Penn State alumna
Credit Michel Lee Garrett, Penn State Shirley M. Malcom, Penn State alumna and senior advisor at the American Association for the Advancement of Science, was recognized on April 8th at Innovation Park where the 329 Building was renamed in her honor. Dr. Malcolm is a leader in the sciences and a pioneering advocate for minorities in the […]
How Happy Valley Won a Biotech Facility Over “Cellicon” Valley
Innovation Park at Penn State will welcome BioMagnetic Solutions to 310 Innovation Boulevard as the company invests in a multi-million dollar cGMP-grade production facility. The announcement follows BioMagnetic Solutions’ January 2021 acquisition by Gamma Biosciences, a global life sciences company serving the advanced therapy market. BioMagnetic Solutions is a next-generation cell selection and bioseparation technology […]
Breaking: Biotech Firm Chooses Happy Valley Location
MENLO PARK, Calif. and UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Gamma Biosciences, a global life sciences company serving the advanced therapy market, today announced that portfolio company BioMagnetic Solutions (BMS) has signed a lease with GLP Development to build a cGMP-grade production facility in Innovation Park at Penn State. The site is expected to be fully operational in mid-2022 with more […]
