MSU spin-off venture finds success in growth When Dr. Justin Scott began his PhD work, he didn’t know where it would take him. Majoring in mechanical engineering at Michigan State University, he knew he wanted to focus on biomechanics advancements.…
Full Cycle Logistics finds opportunity as service to existing company COVID quarantine became a turning point for many people. Some started new hobbies like baking or needlepoint. Others used the time to start new businesses. It was during this period that Mike Dombrowski began a neighborhood food scraps…
EAST LANSING, Mich. (June 29, 2026) — The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) and the Lansing Regional SmartZone are excited to announce that LEAP and SmartZone-supported East Lansing medical startup Sit Sense has been awarded a National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research Fast-Track grant totaling $1.55 million. The funding will support…
LANSING, Mich. (March. 5, 2026) — Michigan State University (MSU) student-led venture BRCĒ took to the stage for Season 17 of Shark Tank to pitch their startup’s unique technology. Not only did they pitch, but they were able to secure a Two…
A small MedTech startup in East Lansing is quietly developing the next generation of vaccines. Iaso Therapeutics has developed a breakthrough synthetic vaccine platform that will improve health and treat a variety of diseases, including cancer and microbial infections. The company…
Collaborative cancer care. Innovative diagnostic medicine. Pioneering robotic surgery. McLaren Health Care demonstrates what’s possible when a major health system, a top-tier research university, and a supportive business environment converge in the Lansing region. McLaren is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated…
This past week’s DemoCamp Lansing brought together cool people doing cool things in the Lansing area! It was inspiring to see local innovators, creators, and technologists sharing their projects, ideas, and energy with the community. A huge thank you to everyone who joined…
The five-day celebration featuring 20+ events, panels, workshops, and community activations is designed to strengthen mid-Michigan’s innovation ecosystem LANSING, Mich. (December 17, 2025) – 517 Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week (517 E&I Week), the region’s flagship celebration of entrepreneurial energy and creative technology, will return April…
$18M raised and 16 new companies formed as region’s tech ecosystem expands LANSING, Mich. — (Oct. 22, 2025) — The East Lansing/Lansing Regional SmartZone (SmartZone) has released its 2025 Impact Report, revealing record growth in mid-Michigan’s high-tech sector. Over the past year,…