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Worldwide competition for startups happens virtually on Thursday, September 30
The world’s biggest pitch competition for startups with photonics, optics and imaging technology happens on Thursday, September 30. Register for the free, virtual event, sponsored by Optica (formerly OSA) at […]
New App Shares Information on Construction Projects
By Jill Kemp • A new, free smartphone app called Instant Input is now collecting public feedback on municipal projects. The service is being offered on 18 projects in Niagara […]
GreenLight Biosciences opens RNA production facility
GreenLight Biosciences, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on RNA research, design, and manufacturing for human, animal, and plant health, today announced the opening of its manufacturing plant in Rochester. The 17,000-square-foot […]
Luminate NY to accept applications for Round Five
Luminate NY—the world’s largest business accelerator for startup companies that have optics, photonics, and imaging enabled applications—is now accepting applications for round five of the innovative program. The accelerator brings […]
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Offers Free Workshop
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program is offering a free 45-minute workshop on Thursday, September 9 at 11:00 a.m. Featuring Kirk Macolini, president of InteliSpark LLC, the session will provide […]
Circle Optics named GENIUS NY finalist
Rochester’s Circle Optics is among five teams selected to participate in round five of the GENIUS NY business accelerator program. Supported by the CNY Rising Upstate Revitalization Initiative and administered […]
Magnatag to expand operations in Macedon
High-tech manufacturer Magnatag is expanding its worldwide manufacturing operations in Wayne County. The custom white and magnetic board manufacturer will add machinery and other equipment at its facility in Macedon […]
A new approach to detect breast tumors
In 2014, Satish Kandlikar developed an idea of how to identify breast cancer earlier. The concept was developed with three clinicians from Rochester General Hospital, Drs. Phatak, Dabydeen and Medeiros. […]
New program helps individuals launch software companies
Applications are now being accepted for a new program titled NextCorps Embark. Designed for individuals who are still working in a day job, Embark helps people create and build a […]
Accelerate Wind launches new approach to energy
To capture wind speed as it accelerates over the edges of a roof is a new technology that’s growing. The prototype for a turbine and airfoil, created by Accelerate Wind, […]