News
October 26
2021
Penn State-affiliated startup Chromatir develops color-shifting coatings
If you look at the back of a credit card, a driver’s license, or even a dollar bill, you will likely notice a hologram, or iridescent feature, that appears to change color when viewed at different angles. These color-shifting security features have been around for decades, allowing ample time for people to find ways of counterfeiting the effects. Even so, these types of highly visible and easily recognized color-shifting features are still among the most commonly used optical security element – and Penn State-affiliated startup Chromatir may have discovered a more secure and customizable way to implement this effect.
October 18
2021
Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State to connect innovators, entrepreneurs
Open to community and Penn State entrepreneurs and innovators, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) Penn State is set for Nov. 8-12. Presented by the Penn State Small Business Development Center, GEW Penn State connects community members and aspiring entrepreneurs with Penn State’s vibrant ecosystem of investors, researchers and startup champions.
October 18
2021
Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State to connect innovators, entrepreneurs
Open to community and Penn State entrepreneurs and innovators, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) Penn State is set for Nov. 8-12. Presented by the Penn State Small Business Development Center, GEW Penn State connects community members and aspiring entrepreneurs with Penn State’s vibrant ecosystem of investors, researchers and startup champions.
October 14
2021
Lehigh Valley LaunchBox lead sponsor of StartUp entrepreneur pitch competition
Penn State Lehigh Valley LaunchBox is the lead sponsor of the third annual StartUp Lehigh Valley Entrepreneur Pitch Competition, which will take place Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Factory LLC in Bethlehem.
October 14
2021
Lehigh Valley LaunchBox lead sponsor of StartUp entrepreneur pitch competition
Penn State Lehigh Valley LaunchBox is the lead sponsor of the third annual StartUp Lehigh Valley Entrepreneur Pitch Competition, which will take place Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Factory LLC in Bethlehem.
September 30
2021
Listen to new podcast Dare to Disrupt, sharing stories of innovative alumni
Dare to Disrupt is a new podcast from Invent Penn State about alumni who are innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders, and the stories behind their success. The first episode features Matt Brezina, a 2003 Schreyer Honors College and College of Engineering graduate.
September 30
2021
Listen to new podcast Dare to Disrupt, sharing stories of innovative alumni
Dare to Disrupt is a new podcast from Invent Penn State about alumni who are innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders, and the stories behind their success. The first episode features Matt Brezina, a 2003 Schreyer Honors College and College of Engineering graduate.
September 29
2021
Hazleton LaunchBox helps diverse community of entrepreneurs launch
Opened in September 2019, the 4,000 square foot Hazleton LaunchBox offers a myriad of services to its clients, including co-working space, startup educational programs and consulting, legal and intellectual property clinics, and even website design — all for little or no cost. Hazleton LaunchBox has already hosted more than 200 community members and provided a range of services and support for more than 30 businesses.
September 29
2021
Berks LaunchBox propels eco-friendly startup forward
No-cost resources, including prototyping and 3D printing services, from Berks LaunchBox helped propel local startup World Brand forward.
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