Research & Development

PAUL LIEBERMAN, PH.D. – FOUNDING DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR ADVANCED THERAPEUTICS, THE WISTAR INSTITUTE

“The goal of Wistar’s Center for Advanced Therapeutics is to identify and support academic champions—scientists conducting foundational research—and surround them with the expertise needed to advance their discoveries toward clinical impact,” said Paul Lieberman, Ph.D., founding director of the Center for Advanced Therapeutics (CAT) at The Wistar Institute. “Ultimately, the Center will build a community

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THE WISTAR INSTITUTE – TODAY’S DISCOVERIES, TOMORROW’S CURES

More than 130 years after its founding, The Wistar Institute, the nation’s first independent biomedical research institute, is in the midst of its most consequential chapter yet. In December 2025, the National Cancer Institute awarded Wistar’s Ellen and Ronald Caplan Cancer Center an “Exceptional” rating, recognizing the Institute’s role as both a global scientific leader

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UP CATALYST – TURNING CO2 INTO ENERGY STORAGE: UP CATALYST REDEFINES BATTERY RAW MATERIALS

UP Catalyst is a European deep tech company headquartered in Estonia that produces climate-neutral carbon materials—such as battery-grade graphite and carbon nanotubes—directly from industrial CO2 emissions. Founded in 2019 by Dr. Gary Urb, Dr. Sander Ratso, Dr. Kätlin Kaare and Dr. Ivar Kruusenberg, the company is on a mission to reinforce Europe’s critical raw material

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FinEst Centre – Creating Smarter Cities Through Collaborative Innovation

FinEst Centre for Smart Cities is a research and development centre driven by the passion to enhance the quality of life in urban areas. It brings together cities, researchers and entrepreneurs to co-create scalable, research-based solutions for the most pressing urban challenges. Based in Tallinn, Estonia, the centre serves as a unique cross-border smart city

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POTATO IMPROVER – ENGINEERING RESILIENCE IN THE AGE OF CLIMATE CHANGE

In a world of rapidly rising temperatures and unstable growing conditions, Potato Improver is reshaping the future of agriculture by empowering one of the world’s most essential food crops—potatoes—to thrive in heat-stressed environments. Founded with a singular mission to safeguard global food security, this Swedish biotech startup has developed a breakthrough CRISPR/Cas-based technology that enables

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SCRA – A Unique and Pivotal Player in SC’s Innovation Ecosystem

The South Carolina Research Authority has the distinct honor and responsibility to fuel South Carolina’s innovation economy. In 2024, it contributed over $1.33 billion to the state’s economy and supported 6624 South Carolina-based jobs. The average annual salary of these jobs was almost $92,000, 71% higher than the statewide average. SCRA’s economic impact is accomplished

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GLOBAL VENTURES: EMPOWERING SECOND-STAGE COMPANIES FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS

Also located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic, Global Ventures is a second-stage incubator designed to support the growth of innovative second-stage companies that have established market traction. The primary goal is to skyrocket the growth of these high-potential companies by providing an array of resources, connecting them with the Florida Atlantic research faculty,

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RESEARCH PARK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY®

At the forefront of innovation, the Research Park at Florida Atlantic is a dynamic hub where diverse technology companies and research-driven organizations foster relationships with academia to shape the future of South Florida. These efforts and strong academic collaboration play a pivotal role in promoting economic growth, creating high-quality jobs, and expanding the economic landscape

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GEORGIA TECH MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE: INNOVATION AT THE SPEED OF THOUGHT

Whether it’s developing new products, reducing costs, or increasing accessibility, innovations in manufacturing can improve the lives of companies and consumers alike. The Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute (GTMI) is leading that charge with a mission to cultivate, scale, and integrate those innovations into the market — and develop the workforce needed to maintain them. With

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Intention 2 Impact  – Innovating Social Impact Measurement

Intention 2 Impact (I2I) is a dynamic social change organization at the forefront of impact measurement. Founded in October 2018 by the visionary Nina Sabarre, I2I is a minority, women-owned small business known for disrupting the status quo in philanthropy through innovative and equity-centered monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning (MERL) and strategy consulting. The Birth

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MITACS – MAKING WAVES AND BUILDING HOMES

THE IMPACT OF MITACS IN ATLANTIC CANADA Mitacs, a national not-for-profit organization, drives innovation across Atlantic Canada through strategic collaborations. With a network of over 197 postsecondary institutions across the country and more than 25 years of experience, Mitacs employs a collaborative approach to research and innovation, matching need with expertise to develop ambitious solutions

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BOCA RATON INNOVATION CAMPUS (BRiC)-LEGACY REIMAGINED: INSIDE THE GROUND- BREAKING EVOLUTION OF A HISTORIC OFFICE PARK

Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) began its journey in 1968 as an IBM research and development hub. It pioneered breakthroughs in computing and research, including IBM’s first personal computer and the first smartphone. The campus continues its innovative ecosystem today, as its current landlord, CP Group, has embarked on a remarkable transformation to revitalize the

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SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY WORKS (STW)AND THEIR FLAGSHIP PRODUCT,ZEUS2Q:

System Technology Works, based in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, is a pioneering research and product development company focused on transforming the educational landscape through the development of humanoid robots like the Zeus2Q. Founded by Luis Guzman, STW aims to revolutionize the way we interact with and program artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools. The

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SECCIONAL-THE COMPANY’S HISTORY IS INTERTWINED WITH ITS TRADITION OF RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT & INNOVATION

Since 1976, Seccional researches, designs and manufactures innovative and robust solutions for the telecommunications, lighting, power transmission and wind turbine markets. The company’s laboratories and factories are located in two units in the Industrial City of Curitiba (CIC), totaling facilities of 120,000m², offering a high level of productivity and design, supported by a track record

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RUTGERS RESEARCH

Complex societal challenges require innovative solutions that transform and improve lives around the world. As a top 20 public research university with more than 300 research centers and institutions, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, offers a wide variety of programs that drive and support diverse and inclusive research, scholarship, and creative endeavors. Rutgers

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AITI-FACTORY OF THE FUTURE

The Australian Industrial Transformation Institute at Flinders University is a national leader in industry and workplace innovation research. Located under the Main Assembly Building of the former Mitsubishi manufacturing site, now the Tonsley Innovation District in Adelaide’s south. The Australian Industrial Transformation Institute’s (AITI) multi-disciplinary team undertakes industry, economic and workforce research in response to

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UQAT-RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF MINES AND ENVIRONMENT (RIME)

RIME, Solutions for Sustainable Mining DevelopmentLocated in the heart of a world-class mining sector, the Research Institute of Mines and Environment (RIME-UQAT) has been created in 2012, a strategic decision demonstrating the institution’s commitment to sustainable development in the mining sector. With a strong and constant growth since its inception, the RIME-UQAT is recognized in

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UQAT-INSTITUT DE RECHERCHE EN MINES ET EN ENVIRONNEMENT (IRME)

L’IRME, des solutions pour un développement minier durableLocalisé au cœur d’un centre minier de calibre international, l’Institut de recherche en mines et en environnement (IRME-UQAT) a été créé en 2012, une décision stratégique démontrant l’engagement de l’institution envers le développement durable du secteur minier. Avec une croissance continue et forte depuis sa création, l’IRME-UQAT est

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