UF Innovate | Accelerate’s Post

Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), resident client at our #HubSweetHome, is committed to improving retail asset protection by utilizing groundbreaking research and industry collaboration. Research shows that LiveView Technologies (LVT) mobile units, when used in high-crime retail areas, have achieved a significant reduction in shoplifting and overall property crime. As retail crime becomes increasingly violent and widespread, it threatens the economic benefits that retail stores bring to communities, such as job creation and increased property values. To address this growing concern, Axon and LVT have partnered to enhance real-time situational awareness and security. By integrating LVT’s mobile units with Axon’s advanced technology, this collaboration aims to provide comprehensive security coverage, enabling retailers and law enforcement to respond swiftly to emerging threats. This partnership is vital for protecting communities and preserving the economic vibrancy that retail stores contribute to local economies.

Want to master the art of creating lead-driving marketing campaigns? 🌟 Join us Thursday, October 10th, at our #HubSweetHome for a Lunch and Learn sponsored by Creative Springs! This Lunch and Learn will be hosted by Jen Houser, Founder and President of Creative Springs, a Florida-based creative and strategic marketing consulting firm. During this session, be prepared to learn the fundamentals of a marketing strategy, how to select appropriate tactics to create compelling messages for your audience, and understand how to better utilize analytics to boost engagement. Make sure to register by October 9th at noon to secure your spot! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWKRVqfh We hope to see you there!

Former UF Innovate | Accelerate client PeerFit, once based in The Hub, has come a long way and is now making waves in the digital fitness world. Peerfit's evolution highlights its successful transition from The Hub to becoming a key player in fitness innovation. In the latest episode of Athletech News’ Unscripted podcast, Ed Buckley, PhD, CEO of FitOn Health, talks about FitOn's merger with Peerfit and dives into key topics like corporate wellness, the role of GLP-1s in fitness, and ethics in healthcare. Peerfit's journey showcases the power of startup incubators in driving innovation and success. Tune in to the episode to learn more about how these industry leaders are shaping the future of fitness and healthcare.✨ #Peerfit #UFInnovate

Our Kick Off to Fall Innovation Hour was a huge success! 🏈 We were delighted to host this vibrant networking event at our #HubSweetHome, which buzzed with excitement and creativity. The evening was a resounding success, brimming with energy and enthusiasm as entrepreneurs and professionals alike gathered to rekindle their Swamp Spirit. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated and contributed to making the Kick Off to Fall Innovation Hour such a memorable event. 🧡💙 Special shout out to our magnificent sponsors, Concept Companies, GrayRobinson, P.A., and Segway Group for making this event possible!

Exciting news from Oragenics, Inc, a former member of UF Innovate | Accelerate! 🎉 Their innovative concussion drug, ONP-002, has just achieved a major milestone by successfully clearing the FDA-required cardiotoxicity testing. This promising development confirms that ONP-002 has a strong safety margin for the heart, allowing the company to move forward with planning Phase II clinical trials. 🧠💪 Concussions affect an estimated 69 million people globally each year, and ONP-002 represents a significant advancement in addressing this widespread issue. By targeting the brain through intranasal delivery, this drug aims to provide much-needed relief and potentially reduce long-term neurological complications. 🌍✨ Congratulations to Oragenics for this vital achievement and for their continued dedication to improving neurological health. This breakthrough underscores the transformative potential of their research and brings hope for a safer and more effective treatment for concussions. 🌟👏 #HealthcareInnovation #HealthTech

🚀Are you a company with an idea that would benefit from going into space? The Space Edge Fall 2024 Accelerator Program is your gateway to the thriving Space Economy! This 12-week program, in collaboration with the University of Arizona, University of Central Florida, Vanderbilt University and Blue Origin, is tailored to support Florida-based companies in entering the biomedical space manufacturing market or creating solutions for the space environment. Don't miss out—applications close on September 8, 2024. Apply now to secure your spot and gain access to the space environment for R&D and manufacturing applications! To apply visit: https://lnkd.in/ezVvDy9W Applications are due September 8, 2024 For more information visit space-edg.org Or contact Jamie Foster: jfoster@ufl.edu

🚀 Are you struggling to manage your engineering data like part numbers, CAD models, BOMs, and manufacturing specs in disconnected file folders and spreadsheets? It’s time to get organized! Join us for a Lunch & Learn event on September 18th, from 12:00-1:00 PM at UF Innovate | The Hub. 🌐 Discover how a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system can streamline and connect all your engineering data in one easy-to-use platform throughout the product development process. Aidan Dolan, a seasoned business analyst and PLM consultant with inensia, will share expert insights on setting up and configuring these game-changing systems. 📅 This event is open to the public, but spots are limited—be sure to register by noon on September 17th. Don’t miss this opportunity to take control of your engineering workflows! #UFInnovate #LunchAndLearn #GainesvilleEvents

Big news from our resident client Cordelia Biosciences! 🌱🌊 This student startup, incubating at UF Innovate | Accelerate @ Sid Martin Biotech, is transforming the chemical industry by leveraging ocean microscopic organisms to create sustainable ingredients that replace harmful chemicals in everyday products. Founded by Jessica Tittl Nielsen and Monica Schul, Cordelia Biosciences is driving innovation right here in Gainesville, FL. 🌍✨ Cordelia Biosciences is one of seven visionary startups selected from over 75 global applicants at the Seaworthy Collective Fall 2024 Startup Showcase, each tackling critical environmental challenges like coastal resilience and pollution reduction. This outstanding achievement highlights their groundbreaking work with marine microbes and sustainable chemistry. We're incredibly proud to have them as a resident client and cannot wait to see them make waves in the biotech world. 🌊 #UFInnovate #CordeliaBiosciences

Ready to kick off fall with a touchdown of networking? 🏈 Join us for Innovation Hour at UF Innovate | The Hub! Whether you're an experienced entrepreneur or just curious, put on your favorite team colors and connect with like-minded professionals over popular tailgate food and delicious drinks. Join us on August 28 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm at UF Innovate | The Hub in Gainesville, FL. Special thanks to our amazing sponsors, Concept Companies, GrayRobinson, P.A., and Segway Group, for making this event possible! Don’t miss out—register by noon on August 28! 🚀 #InnovationHour #GatorNation #UFInnovate