“This recognition can help to attract students and faculty members, as well as funding and collaboration with government agencies and industry partners," said Yu Cai, a Michigan Technological University professor and an expert in applied computing and computational science and engineering.
Innovation is not new in the U.P. And Invent@NMU and other organizations are mentoring and encouraging students and others to pursue innovations.
Three school districts in the Upper Peninsula will receive electric school buses, aimed at reducing emissions and improving the environment.
A new refillery in Hancock helps U.P. residents kick the plastic habit.
Munising Cannabis Company, a locally owned and operated “seed-to-weed” establishment, is now among 11 cannabis microbusinesses scattered throughout state but the only one in the U.P.
“By aligning its natural resources and assets with this economic moment, Michigan has a chance to lead the nation and establish the U.P. and Michigan as the center of excellence in outdoor recreation and mobility innovation,” said developer David Ollila.
Kristoffer Rusch traded a career in neuroscience to become a brewer in Menominee, where he owns and operates Three Bridge Brewing Co. with his wife, Sarah.
The Marquette Outdoor Venture Innovation Center will serve as an incubator for budding entrepreneurs in the booming outdoor recreation innovation sector.
Hobby store opened to entertain young people becomes a gathering place for game enthusiasts of all ages.
A couple opens an eatery in Menominee's Broadway District, realizing a long-held dream to create gourmet-style hot dogs.
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