Office of Innovation News

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Siddhanth’s Path from Mumbai to Monoclonal Antibodies

Friday, July 25, 2025
Siddhanth Hejmady’s journey into pharmaceutical sciences started back in Mumbai, where his passion for chemistry and biology led him to pursue pharmacy in undergrad. He describes it as the perfect intersection of both fields: how drugs are made, formulated, and ultimately used to help people.
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Biomanufacturing In Real Life

Friday, July 25, 2025
If you’re unsure of your career path but interested in science, medicine, or making a difference, biomanufacturing might be the field you didn’t know you were looking for. Just ask Dr. James Byrne, Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Iowa, who combines patient care with lab research to bridge the gap between science and real-world impact.
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Ashley Cooney’s Path from Student to Faculty

Monday, July 21, 2025
Ashley Cooney, Ph.D., didn’t just attend the University of Iowa — she built her entire academic and professional life here. From undergraduate student to postdoctoral scholar, and now a faculty member and 2024–2025 Iowa Innovation Leadership Fellow, Cooney’s journey proves that sometimes staying in one place can lead to remarkable growth.
JPEC Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition winners

Winners announced in the John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition

Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Iowa Innovation Leadership Fellowship Alumni Michal Brzus and Emmanuel Akor both received $500.
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Organic chemistry with an entrepreneurial outlook

Monday, April 28, 2025
Vishuka Pathirana, a second-year doctoral student in chemistry at the University of Iowa, addresses global issues by starting at the molecular level.
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Carver College of Medicine GAP Fund awards $85,000 to five faculty and staff teams

Friday, March 28, 2025
The Carver College of Medicine GAP Fund has awarded a total of $85,000 to five faculty and staff teams to advance the development of innovative medical devices and health software.

Media Highlights

Field Medical

Field Medical Closes Oversubscribed $35 Million Series B to Advance Development of FieldForce™ Pulsed Field Ablation Platform

Thursday, July 10, 2025
BioStar Capital and Cue Growth co-lead financing to accelerate pivotal trial readiness and expand the ventricular tachycardia (VT) treatment market
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Boston Scientific receives FDA approval for expanded labeling of FARAPULSE™ Pulsed Field Ablation System

Thursday, July 10, 2025
The FARAPULSE PFA System now approved for pulmonary vein and posterior wall ablation in patients with persistent atrial fibrillation
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UI Nurse Innovators Program helps nurses turn workarounds into products for industry

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
A little-known, not-taught facet of the nursing profession is the art of the workaround – taking something that isn’t working in the situation and making it fit for whatever the patient or fellow staff members need.

Upcoming Events

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Food Truck Tuesdays at the Iowa Research Park – Rodney's Jamaican Jerk & BBQ

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm
UI Bioventures Center
Join us on Tuesday, August 19th from 11:30am – 1:30pm for Food Truck Tuesdays at the Research Park featuring Rodney's Jamaican Jerk & BBQ.Take your food to go, or stick around and enjoy it with others! Indoor seating will be available in the BioVentures Center conference rooms, along with outdoor tables and chairs (weather permitting).About Rodney's Jamaican Jerk & BBQ:Savor Authentic Fusion! Rodney's Jamaican Jerk & BBQ specializes in fiery Jamaican spices & smoky American BBQ perfection.Detail...
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Food Truck Tuesdays at the Iowa Research Park: El Gringo Loco

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm
UI Bioventures Center
Join us on Tuesday, September 16th from 11:30am – 1:30pm for Food Truck Tuesdays at the Research Park featuring El Gringo Loco.Take your food to go, or stick around and enjoy it with others! Indoor seating will be available in the BioVentures Center conference rooms, along with outdoor tables and chairs (weather permitting).About El Gringo Loco:El Gringo Loco specializes in tasty street tacos, burritos, quesadillas, flautas, and other Mexican delights.Details:Tuesday, September 1611:30 a.m. – 1...
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Food Truck Tuesdays at the Iowa Research Park – Maggie’s Wood Fired Pizza

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm
UI Bioventures Center
Join us on Tuesday, October 21st from 11:30am – 1:30pm for Food Truck Tuesdays at the Research Park featuring Maggie's Wood Fired Pizza.Take your food to go, or stick around and enjoy it with others! Indoor seating will be available in the BioVentures Center conference rooms, along with outdoor tables and chairs (weather permitting).About Maggie's Wood Fired Pizza:Wood-fired pizza made with fresh, local ingredients served in Iowa City.Details:Tuesday, October 21st11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m...

Past Events

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Food Truck Tuesdays at the Iowa Research Park: Blazing Hibachi

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm
UI Bioventures Center
Join us on Tuesday, July 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for Food Truck Tuesdays at the Research Park featuring Blazing Hibachi.Take your food to go, or stick around and enjoy it with others! Indoor seating will be available in the BioVentures Center conference rooms, along with outdoor tables and chairs (weather permitting).About Blazing Hibachi:Blazing Hibachi takes pride in serving authentic Japanese cuisine made from only the freshest ingredients. From their perfectly seasoned grilled meats...
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Food Truck Tuesdays at the Iowa Research Park

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 11:30am to 1:30pm
UI Bioventures Center
Join us on the third Tuesday of each month, June through October, for a rotating lineup of local food trucks at the Iowa Research Park.Take your food to go, or stick around and enjoy it with others! Indoor seating will be available in the BioVentures Center conference rooms, along with outdoor tables and chairs (weather permitting).2025 Schedule:June 17 – Maggie’s Wood Fire PizzaJuly 15August 19September 16October 21Stay tuned for additional truck announcements!Details:Every 3rd Tuesday, June...
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Digging Into Easter

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 6:00pm to 8:00pm
The James Theater
Join University of Iowa Classics Professor Dr. Robert Cargill and the Bible & Archaeology team for “Digging Into Easter,” an in-depth exploration into the history of Holy Week. In addition to the live talk, guests can join the B&A team for a reception and a live Q&A following the presentation. Sponsored by the University of Iowa Office of Innovation, "Digging Into Easter" is an educational event with no partisan or political agenda. Learn more + purchase tickets ($10 general admission, $5...