MSU Innovation Center

Meet the MSU Innovation Center

Innovation lives at the intersection of inspired intellect and persistent effort, and it shares that address with Michigan State University.
MSU professor recognized for the fruits of her labor

Research in cherry rootstock development is leading to trees that are easier to harvest and produce fruits years earlier.
MSU professor brings blood pressure readings to the palm of your hand

Taking measures to improve your quality of life might become as routine as pulling up an updated weather report on your smartphone.
Hot potato: MSU professor develops new varieties for countries far and wide

As eating habits evolve, the potato’s place at the dinner table continues to change.
Laser-focused MSU professor has wide innovative reach

Research in ultrafast lasers: taking a low-intensity, long pulse and compressing it to increase its energy.
MSU Launches Student Venture Capital Fund

Partnered with Red Cedar Ventures and the Michigan State University Foundation, the fund will direct up to $50K annually in venture capital to student-launched companies

Welcome to the Innovation Center

By integrating innovation, technology transfer, support for start-ups, and partnerships with businesses and communities, MSU brings pathbreaking ideas to the marketplace to improve the quality of life in communities near and far and to help Michigan and the United States compete in a global environment.