Measuring Vaccine Application and Field Virus Exposure
A new genomic test provides feedback on the uniformity of vector vaccine administration in poultry flocks and another can provide data on the level of field virus challenge on a farm. Next generation vector vaccines for poultry can be administered in the hatchery and are minimally interfered with by maternal antibodies, are safer to use […]
Stoned Drivers Targeted by New Breathalyzer Technology
(UF startup Cannabix Technologies is one of two companies developing THC detection systems to target drivers or workers under the influence of marijuana.) Slowed reaction time. Reduced ability to make decisions. Impaired coordination. Memory loss. Difficulty in problem-solving. These are some of the symptoms listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describing […]
RTI Surgical Manager Moderates Panel of Women Entrepreneurs in Marquette, Michigan
Four prominent Michigan businesswomen came together at Barrel + Beam in Marquette Township for a Women in Entrepreneurship panel discussion held by Innovate Marquette SmartZone. Ruth Solinski, human resources manager at RTI Surgical, moderated the panel, which consisted of: Marina Dupler of Barrel + Beam, Shailah Bunce of Rock River Farm, Jen Ray of Donckers […]
ViaCyte, Fate & More: Xconomy Awards San Diego Big Idea Finalists
(UF startup Banyan Biomarkers is a finalist in the Xconomy Awards San Diego. Banyan Biomarkers’ FDA-approved brain trauma indicator is a result of UF researcher. The company incubated at UF Innovate | Sid Martin Biotech and maintains a presence in both Alachua and in San Diego.) The finalists in the Big Idea category of the […]
Healthy Business Group and Peerfit Announce Strategic Partnership
Healthy Business Group (HBG), a market leader in providing customers with access to a diverse set of innovative and disruptive health and well-being solutions, and UF startup Peerfit, the market leader in connecting employers and carriers with flexible fitness experiences, have teamed up to bring enhanced well-being to mid-market employers. With this partnership and others […]
Benson Hill, RAPiD Genomics to Collaborate on Crop Improvement
Benson Hill Biosystems, a crop improvement company unlocking the natural diversity of plants, has entered into a partnership with RAPiD Genomics, a provider of genotyping and data analysis solutions for applications in the agriculture, forestry and livestock industries. RAPiD Genomics is an anchor client in UF Innovate | The Hub and was founded by UF […]
2019 Transformational Business Awards: Meet the Finalists
(UF startup Florida Insect Control Group is a finalist in the 2019 Transformational Business Awards, a global honor, in the category of Health, Wellness and Disease Prevention. The startup offers ground-breaking pest control systems for mosquitoes and flies.) IFC and The Financial Times have announced the shortlist for the 2019 Transformational Business Awards—a premier global program […]
Electronics Giant Samsung Invests in Orlando Nanotechnology Company
A Lake Mary technology company has landed $3.5 million from a group of investors led by the technology giant Samsung. Florida-based DeepWork Capital also contributed to the round for UF startup NanoPhotonica, which has been developing technology to improve displays on devices such as flat-panel televisions and smartphones. While NanoPhotonica has its corporate headquarters in […]
RTI Surgical Reaches 5,000 Implant Milestone for Fortilink Interbody Fusion Systems With TETRAfuse 3D Technology
UF startup RTI Surgical announced a milestone of 5,000 implants of Fortilink-C, -TS and -L interbody fusion (IBF) systems with TETRAfuse 3D technology in the USA. “In my over 500 implantations, I have been extremely satisfied with the Fortilink-TS and -C IBF devices”, said Mario Brkaric, co-founder of the Indiana Spine Center (Lafayette, USA). “I […]
RTI Surgical Wins 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award for TETRAfuse 3D Technology
UF startup RTI Surgical announced MedTech Breakthrough has selected TETRAfuse 3D technology as the “Best New Technology Solution – Orthopedics” in their 2019 Awards Program. MedTech Breakthrough is an independent organization recognizing the top companies and solutions in the global health and medical technology market. This year’s program attracted more than 3,500 nominations from over […]