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Innovation This Week: Here’s your proposal inspo for the VIA Summit. 💡 Deadline: December 15!

Need Proposal Inspiration for the VIA Summit? Check Out These Ideas

 

If you’re still considering submitting a proposal for the VentureWell Innovation in Action (VIA) Summit, taking place June 10-12, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, we have you covered. Consider the following topic ideas when crafting your submission:

  • Highlighting successful collaborations, ecosystem models, and tools for creating sustainable innovation networks.
  • Integrating innovation and entrepreneurship (I&E) into traditional disciplines and aligning programs with industry and government needs.
  • Showcasing how industry and academia can collaborate to drive innovation.
  • Exploring groundbreaking research and transformative programs shaping the future of I&E.

The deadline to submit is Sunday, December 15.

Submit a Proposal to the VIA Summit


U-Care: Enhancing Early Detection of Urinary Tract Infections in Hospital Settings

 

Too often, catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) in older patients are misdiagnosed, leading to hospitalization, sepsis, and even death. U-Care Cofounder Diana Salha is working to help prevent misdiagnosis through her medtech innovation: a reusable biosensor that detects and notifies users if a catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) is present. Salha discussed with us how U-Care leveraged critical feedback while participating in Pioneer, the first stage of our E-Team Program, which supported their entrepreneurial journey. Applications for our spring cohort are open now through January 28, 2025! We invite you to learn more by signing up for an information session on Wednesday, December 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET (students) or Friday, December 6, at 12:00 p.m. ET (faculty and staff).

Watch Our Talk With Diana Salha


ICYMI: Leverage Federal Intellectual Property and $2,000 in Funding

 

Less than two weeks remain to apply for FLIPspace: Advanced Mobility Arkansas. This unique seven-month program is tailored specifically for Arkansas-based postgraduates, faculty, university staff, and administrators looking to make an impact by tapping into federal intellectual property (IP). With mentorship from industry professionals, tailored training sessions, and ongoing support, participants will fast-track projects developed by top scientists and engineers to address Arkansas’ specific needs. Be part of solving state-specific challenges in Arkansas’ unique transportation landscape. Review our application guidelines and FAQ page for further information, and don’t forget: The deadline is Wednesday, December 4.

Read More About FLIPspace


Check Your Inbox: The VentureWell Membership Survey Is Out

 

To all VentureWell Members: Thank you for being a part of our membership community. We value the contributions members like you make in driving innovation and entrepreneurship on your campus and beyond. We are currently re-envisioning our membership benefits and would love to hear from you on what you would like to see in the future! A survey was emailed to you on Tuesday, November 19. Please take 5-10 minutes to share your thoughts. All questions can be directed to membership@venturewell.org. The survey will close on Tuesday, November 26.

Learn More About VentureWell Membership


Innovation & Entrepreneurship News

  • Fall 2024 Aspire Medtech participants convened recently at TechTown Detroit in Detroit, Michigan, for an energizing two-day workshop.
  • Aspire Climatetech alumnus ReJoule presented at the ConNEX Workshop on how the team incorporated diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility into building their startup.
  • Applications are now open for the Advancing Climatetech and Clean Energy Leaders Program (ACCEL), an accelerator program for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color)–led startups, held by Greentown Labs and Browning the Green Space.


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Job Posting: Manager of Compliance

 

We’re looking for a manager of compliance with an advanced skill set including reviewing contracts, identifying compliance requirements, and developing responsive compliance systems. This person will support regular audit processes, provide support for the compliance/risk management “help desk,” and help foster a culture of privacy awareness, risk mitigation, and compliance throughout the organization.

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