UF Innovate | Accelerate

Looking to sharpen your entrepreneurial skills? Join us at UF Innovate | The Hub for an insightful session led by Bill Poellmitz, former co-founder and CEO of ClearSky Technologies. With decades of experience in the tech industry, Poellmitz will share real-world lessons on the common pitfalls many entrepreneurs face and how to avoid them, from financial missteps and leadership challenges to marketing blunders and strategic oversights. This event is open to the public, but space is limited! Register by October 20th to save your spot. Don't miss out on the chance to learn from an industry expert and take your business to the next level! Link to register 🔗: https://lnkd.in/edzkUKTy

Mark your calendars for Insights and Innovation with David S. Rose on October 30th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m! 📅 Join us at Santa Fe College's Blount Center to elevate your entrepreneurial journey with insights from David S. Rose—Inc. 500 CEO, serial entrepreneur, real estate developer, and fintech investor! Whether you're a startup founder or an aspiring entrepreneur, this is your chance to learn from a leader who's shaped industries and mentored countless high-potential startups. Event Highlights: 🌟 Two Keynote Sessions: Finances 101 & How to Pitch Your Startup 🌟 Coffee Break & Book Signing: Mingle with David, and the first 50 attendees will receive a free signed copy of his book, The Startup Checklist. David has been hailed as "The Pitch Coach" by BusinessWeek for his ability to perfect CEOs’ fundraising pitches. A TED speaker with over 1M views on "How to Pitch a VC" and a Top Writer on Quora with 100k+ followers, David's insights are invaluable. This event is a precursor to Tech Licensing's #StandingInnOvation2024, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn and grow! 🔗 RSVP now and fuel your startup journey! 💡 https://lnkd.in/gj6E3ntJ #Entrepreneurship #UFInnovate #Startups #KeynoteEvent #BusinessTips

🚀 Exciting news from UF Innovate | Accelerate resident client and University of Florida startup axogen, Inc.! Axogen has just completed their Biologics License Application (BLA) submission to the FDA for Avance Nerve Graft®—a revolutionary solution for peripheral nerve injuries. 🙌 The passionate team is dedicated to restoring nerve function and improving the quality of life for patients through innovative, clinically proven, and cost-effective solutions for surgeons and healthcare providers. Michael Dale, CEO and Director of Axogen, shares, "I'm proud of our team's progress as we transition Avance from a tissue to a biologic." Stay tuned as Axogen continues to revitalize peripheral nerve technology! #UFnews

Exciting news from University of Florida startup Atsena Therapeutics! The FDA has granted Rare Pediatric Disease designation to ATSN-201 for the treatment of X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS). This prestigious designation is reserved for drugs targeting serious conditions that affect fewer than 200,000 patients in the U.S., highlighting the potential of ATSN-201. Leveraging the innovative AAV.SPR capsid, ATSN-201 aims to achieve effective gene expression in central retina photoreceptors while minimizing the risks of foveal detachment. Currently, there are no approved treatments for XLRS, which affects around 30,000 males in the U.S. and EU. This achievement marks the second Rare Pediatric Disease designation granted to Atsena this year! The ongoing LIGHTHOUSE study is evaluating ATSN-201's safety and efficacy in patients aged six and older. Kudos to Atsena for their dedication to transforming the future for those affected by inherited retinal diseases! 👏🔬✨

Exciting news! 🌱 GreenEdge by GreenTechnologies, LLC, UF Accelerate client, has been nominated as one of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses for 2024 by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce! Founded by Dr. Amir Varshovi in 1999, GreenTechnologies has been at the forefront of creating sustainable, slow-release fertilizers by upcycling biosolids and organic waste. With over 25 years of innovation, they continue to drive environmental sustainability through cutting-edge research, new product development, and meaningful community initiatives. This recognition highlights their ongoing commitment to a greener future!

UF Innovate | Accelerate resident client etectRx™ has announced a partnership with Trilogy Health Services, LLC as part of its eBrief Early Adopter Program. 🌟 Launching in October 2024 at Prairie Lakes Health Campus, eBrief™ is designed to improve caregiving efficiency and enhance resident well-being through real-time urinary incontinence monitoring. Trilogy's Chief Nursing Officer, Rhonda Dempsey, highlighted the organization's dedication to implementing innovative technologies to elevate both care quality and resident comfort. This partnership marks an important step in improving senior care. Client etectRx™ is a provider of a health sensor platform, which offers a unique combination of intelligent software, services, and wireless sensor technology. This technology is vital to the healthcare industry by providing the latest data to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

Get ready for an exciting lineup of events at UF Innovate! 🚀 Upgrade Your Lab with USA Scientific Join us at UF Innovate | Sid Martin on Tuesday, September 24th, from 9 - 11 AM for a Vendor Show featuring USA Scientific’s top-notch laboratory plastics, equipment, and accessories. 🧪 Since 1982, USA Scientific has been a trusted partner for researchers and technicians, offering products designed by a team with hands-on lab experience. Enhance your lab’s performance and efficiency—register by noon on September 23rd to secure your spot! Don’t miss this chance to see the excellence of USA Scientific in action. https://lnkd.in/eZweFf54 🔬 Discover the Latest in Scientific Research Curious about cutting-edge scientific tools? Join us on Wednesday, October 2nd, at our #HubSweetHome for a Laboratory Products Showcase sponsored by USA Scientific! This event is open to the public and will feature the latest innovations in lab equipment. Enjoy lunch while exploring the tools that drive groundbreaking research. Register by noon on October 1st to save your spot and experience the future of scientific discovery. https://lnkd.in/eywpdMyT 🌟From Lab to Market: Strategic Planning for Biotech Founders. Join us on Thursday, October 3rd, from 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM at UF Innovate | Sid Martin for a session that will cover building a strong intellectual property portfolio, setting up a sustainable financial framework, and developing an early commercial strategy to drive success in pharmaceutical ventures. Open to the public—register by noon on October 2nd! https://lnkd.in/e8VUCUwQ 📈 Master Marketing with Creative Springs Want to create compelling, lead-driving marketing campaigns? Join us on Thursday, October 10th, at our #HubSweetHome for a Lunch and Learn sponsored by Creative Springs! 🌟 Jen Houser, Founder and President of Creative Springs, will guide you through the fundamentals of marketing strategy, selecting effective tactics, and using analytics to boost engagement. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your marketing skills—register by noon on October 9th to reserve your spot. We look forward to seeing you there! https://lnkd.in/emaT_Hdq You can register for all these events at the links above. Don’t miss out—see you soon! 🌟

In a conversation discussing Defining Chip Threat Models to Identify Security Risks, Pavani Jella of Silicon Assurance highlights the complexity of threat modeling in chip security. She explains that it involves assessing a multi-dimensional landscape that goes beyond traditional metrics like power, performance, and area (PPA). Instead, it requires a comprehensive approach that considers the scale and impact of potential threats. Jella also points out the need for a robust, collaborative ecosystem that includes IP vendors, EDA vendors, and design service providers to effectively address these security challenges. This highlights the critical need for building a strong, integrated security framework within the chip design process. We are so proud of our UF Innovate startup clients for continuing to revitalize niche industries, like chip technology in security! ✨

Happy #BusinessWomensDay! 🎉 In celebration, UF Innovate sat down with Jessica Tittl Nielsen, CEO and founder of Cordelia Biosciences, a UF Innovate | Accelerate client, to discuss her journey as a woman entrepreneur. Jessica shared how she turned her vision into reality, navigating challenges and breaking barriers in the biotech industry. 💪👩💼 Check out the full interview to learn how she’s transforming the field and inspiring the next generation of women leaders! #UFInnovate #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship

Things got delightfully prehistoric at our #HubSweetHome as the Accelerate team transformed The Hub into a Bedrock wonderland! 🦕 Dressed as iconic Flintstone characters, our crew brought the nostalgia to life, surprising The Hub clients with rock candy treats that were as colorful as they were delicious. Yabba Dabba Doo! We are so grateful for these playful, community-building moments that remind us how special it is to be part of such an amazing group!🌟 #UF #TheFlintstones #UFInnovate