Technology and Innovation

Houghton County makes bid for $5 million energy prize

Houghton County is in the running for a coveted energy prize from Georgetown University, and it’s a Michigan Technological University student who is spearheading the effort. The Georgetown University Energy […]

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1st Element makes sustainable sunglasses.
Tech student creates sustainable sunglasses with Kickstarter help

Source: UpperMichigansSource.com

Research under ice on the Portage Canal in Houghton.
Michigan Tech tests under-ice equipment
An apple a day, they say, keeps the doctor away.
Health innovation grants given to several U.P. agencies
Designers will tackle a lighter gas tank design.
Calumet company gets Southwestern Energy design contract
Western U.P. starts regional prosperity initiative

Source: ABC 10

Who do you trust with your money?
Angel investor network being developed in the U.P.
UIX brought together innovators.
VIDEO: New ideas for cities come from Urban Innovation Exchange

In September, innovators from around the country convened in Detroit to exchange their ideas for building better cities and stronger communities. For three days, Detroit was transformed into a marketplace for ideas for cities.

Michigan Technological University is home to some of the brightest students in the country.
Tech recognized for number of women getting doctorates

Source: Michigan Tech News

Solar powered 3D printing is now possible.
Tech professor works on making an off-grid 3D printer

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