Office of Innovation News

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2 UI start-ups secure $62M in funding to advance therapies

Thursday, July 21, 2022
Carbon Biosciences and hC Bioscience secured a combined $62 million in financing to advance disease therapies.
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University of Iowa makes professional-grade face shields to protect workers from COVID-19

Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Health care workers face an ongoing shortage of face shields, and an Iowa initiative is filling the market need
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Realignment allows focus on innovation and economic development

Thursday, November 8, 2018

Media Highlights

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New AI camera system would provide critical evidence in child abuse cases

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Two professors at the University of Iowa are developing a new camera system that uses Artificial Intelligence to detect child abuse as it’s happening.
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University of Iowa professor brings Classics to life in classrooms and on screens

Monday, December 16, 2024
Robert Cargill adds ancient history expertise to History Channel shows, documentaries, YouTube channel, and podcast.
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UI Nurse Innovators program transforms patient care solutions

Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Open to nurses across the state, the program empowers nurses to create solutions to health care workarounds

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Lunch & Learn: Mental Health and You

Thursday, October 10, 2024 12:15pm to 1:00pm
UI Bioventures Center
Head to Toe: The Ripple Effect of Mental Health on the Body The University of Iowa Research Park is hosting a free informational session exploring the balance between mental health and physical health. Join the presentation and discussion where we will: Examine data on the impact of mental health on physical health conditions Recognize signs of mental health impacting physical health and overall wellness Review strategies to improve mental and physical wellness Session is free to attend...
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Iowa Nurse Innovators Seminar and Pitch Competition

Thursday, November 14, 2024 1:00pm to 5:00pm
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Join us for the 2024 Iowa Nurse Innovators Seminar and Pitch Competition, where seasoned nurse innovators will share their stories, and emerging nurse innovators will pitch their ideas!