State of Innovation https://datadish.podbean.com Brought to you by the Illinois Science & Technology Coalition, the State of Innovation features insight from practitioners, disruptors and thought-leaders from all corners of the state’s innovation ecosystem. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:15:00 -0600 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Technology 1440 episodic Illinois Science & Technology Coalition Illinois Science & Technology Coalition No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3832831/ISTC_PodcastCover.jpg State of Innovation https://datadish.podbean.com 144 144 The Voucher Series: Sandbox Carbon’s Contribution to a Cleaner Illinois. The Voucher Series: Sandbox Carbon’s Contribution to a Cleaner Illinois. https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-sandbox-carbon-s-contribution-to-a-cleaner-illinois/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-sandbox-carbon-s-contribution-to-a-cleaner-illinois/#comments Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:15:00 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/ec2fb30c-f115-326e-9cc7-32207f027c0e Episode 4 of The State of Innovation’s Voucher Series features  David Griggs, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, of Sandbox Carbon. David discusses how the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program funding provided his team with the resources and equipment needed to test their technology, validate its effectiveness, and transform their vision of a “pollution dumpster” into a tangible, operational solution.

Learn more about the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program and other ISTC initiatives at https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/   

]]> Episode 4 of The State of Innovation’s Voucher Series features  David Griggs, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, of Sandbox Carbon. David discusses how the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program funding provided his team with the resources and equipment needed to test their technology, validate its effectiveness, and transform their vision of a “pollution dumpster” into a tangible, operational solution.


Learn more about the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program and other ISTC initiatives at https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/   

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1306 28 full Mentorship: The Gift That Keeps On Giving Through ISTC’s MME Program Mentorship: The Gift That Keeps On Giving Through ISTC’s MME Program https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/mentorship-the-gift-that-keeps-on-giving-through-istc-s-mme-program/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/mentorship-the-gift-that-keeps-on-giving-through-istc-s-mme-program/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:09:46 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/7ea550c3-86ed-37ee-9f9b-e703cae985de In this episode of State of Innovation, we welcome three participants from ISTC’s Mentor Matching Engine Program (MME) to discuss the ongoing value of mentorship in their lives. Recurring mentor Bella reconnects with past students, Kate and Rhia, to reflect on their experience working together. Over the span of two years, they took turns learning from one another while collaborating on high school STEM research projects. We discuss the importance and impact that mentorship has had on each of their lives, and look outward in an exploration of how mentorship can support more students.

 

Give back with ISTC: 

 

]]> In this episode of State of Innovation, we welcome three participants from ISTC’s Mentor Matching Engine Program (MME) to discuss the ongoing value of mentorship in their lives. Recurring mentor Bella reconnects with past students, Kate and Rhia, to reflect on their experience working together. Over the span of two years, they took turns learning from one another while collaborating on high school STEM research projects. We discuss the importance and impact that mentorship has had on each of their lives, and look outward in an exploration of how mentorship can support more students.

 

Give back with ISTC: 

 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 974 27 full The Voucher Series: NET Energy’s Quest for Sustainable Efficiency The Voucher Series: NET Energy’s Quest for Sustainable Efficiency https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-net-energy-s-quest-for-sustainable-efficiency/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-net-energy-s-quest-for-sustainable-efficiency/#comments Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/4f81c5ba-5324-3653-9e85-11e2b9afc593 Episode 3 of The Voucher Series welcomes Monica Cook, Chief Operating Officer of NET Energy. As a recipient of Illinois Innovation Voucher funding, Monica Cook shares how NET Energy’s customizable heating and cooling systems are driving greater sustainability across industries.

Discover more of the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program and how it supports innovators like NET Energy: https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/

]]> Episode 3 of The Voucher Series welcomes Monica Cook, Chief Operating Officer of NET Energy. As a recipient of Illinois Innovation Voucher funding, Monica Cook shares how NET Energy’s customizable heating and cooling systems are driving greater sustainability across industries.


Discover more of the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program and how it supports innovators like NET Energy: https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1218 26 full The Voucher Series: Earnest Agriculture’s Microbial Mission for Illinois Crops The Voucher Series: Earnest Agriculture’s Microbial Mission for Illinois Crops https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-earnest-agriculture-s-microbial-mission-for-illinois-crops/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-earnest-agriculture-s-microbial-mission-for-illinois-crops/#comments Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/25abc040-24f4-382e-9d7e-ba498948fff0 In episode 2, Gabe Price (Chief Science Officer at Earnest Agriculture) shares how the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program supported research and testing for his Ag-Tech company, which later opened doors for new funding opportunities. Hear how Earnest Agriculture’s team is optimizing microbiomes to strengthen Illinois agriculture and why collaboration with the University of Illinois through the Voucher Program has been key to their success. 

 

Visit our website for additional information regarding the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program: https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/   

]]> In episode 2, Gabe Price (Chief Science Officer at Earnest Agriculture) shares how the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program supported research and testing for his Ag-Tech company, which later opened doors for new funding opportunities. Hear how Earnest Agriculture’s team is optimizing microbiomes to strengthen Illinois agriculture and why collaboration with the University of Illinois through the Voucher Program has been key to their success. 

 

Visit our website for additional information regarding the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program: https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/   

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 771 25 full The Voucher Series: Supporting the Next Generation with REACH Pathways The Voucher Series: Supporting the Next Generation with REACH Pathways https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-supporting-the-next-generation-with-reach-pathways/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/the-voucher-series-supporting-the-next-generation-with-reach-pathways/#comments Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/bd092de0-652e-3b40-8650-34992968100a President & Co-CEO Brooke McKean of REACH Pathways joins the podcast. As a recipient of Illinois Innovation Voucher Program, an initiative supported by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and ISTC, Brooke shares how this support has helped advance their mission to make education more accessible for students everywhere.

For more information, please visit our website: https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/ 

]]> President & Co-CEO Brooke McKean of REACH Pathways joins the podcast. As a recipient of Illinois Innovation Voucher Program, an initiative supported by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and ISTC, Brooke shares how this support has helped advance their mission to make education more accessible for students everywhere.


For more information, please visit our website: https://ilinnovoucher.istcoalition.org/ 

]]> The episode is about how REACH Pathways, as a recipient of the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program, developed a gamified college and career platform in partnership with Columbia College Chicago to support under-resourced youth. It shares the program’s mission, the students’ involvement, the challenges, and the impact on Illinois’ innovation ecosystem. Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1047 full Episode 24- Current Water Week Episode 24- Current Water Week https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-24-current-water-week/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-24-current-water-week/#comments Mon, 06 May 2024 16:48:15 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/ac88cf9d-81f7-3f58-9213-b4a5d330d9db Water Week has begun and to kick the week off we sat down with Chief Executive Office and Director of Current; Alaina Harkness and Lead Water Strategist at Argonne National Laboratory; Dr. Junhong Chen. Current is a non-profit convener of scientists, corporates, academic institutions, and local governments that has a goal of turning waste into wealth through responsible stewardship of water resources. Alaina and Junhong met with us to discuss their team's recent recognition as an NSF Regional Innovation Engine designee, the Blue economy of the Midwest, the energy-water nexus, and, of course, all things Water Week! Stream, stream, stream, the episode now! 

]]> Water Week has begun and to kick the week off we sat down with Chief Executive Office and Director of Current; Alaina Harkness and Lead Water Strategist at Argonne National Laboratory; Dr. Junhong Chen. Current is a non-profit convener of scientists, corporates, academic institutions, and local governments that has a goal of turning waste into wealth through responsible stewardship of water resources. Alaina and Junhong met with us to discuss their team's recent recognition as an NSF Regional Innovation Engine designee, the Blue economy of the Midwest, the energy-water nexus, and, of course, all things Water Week! Stream, stream, stream, the episode now! 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2721 24 full Episode 23- Thierry Van Landegem of mHUB Chicago Episode 23- Thierry Van Landegem of mHUB Chicago https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-23-thierry-van-landegem-of-mhub-chicago/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-23-thierry-van-landegem-of-mhub-chicago/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:48:07 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/280b34af-de4e-3bd2-a723-825b304437b5 The State of Innovation is BACK with an episode on clean tech innovations, the mode du jour for innovators and scientists working to combat climate change, and startup success stories. We were privileged to welcome the director of mHUB Chicago's Climate and Energy Tech Accelerator; Thierry Van Landegem. Tune in and hear Thierry share his advice for clean tech founders, investors, and our robust discussion on the Climate and Energy Tech Sector. 

]]> The State of Innovation is BACK with an episode on clean tech innovations, the mode du jour for innovators and scientists working to combat climate change, and startup success stories. We were privileged to welcome the director of mHUB Chicago's Climate and Energy Tech Accelerator; Thierry Van Landegem. Tune in and hear Thierry share his advice for clean tech founders, investors, and our robust discussion on the Climate and Energy Tech Sector. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2524 23 full Episode 22- Chicago Urban Historian Shermann Dilla Thomas Episode 22- Chicago Urban Historian Shermann Dilla Thomas https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-22-chicago-urban-historian-shermann-dilla-thomas/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-22-chicago-urban-historian-shermann-dilla-thomas/#comments Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:12:20 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e3ef5940-c57c-314b-b1bc-019a25a5e98d On Today's episode fo the State of Innovation Podcast, we talk to Chicago Urban Historian Shermann Dilla Thomas on what it means to be an innovator from the city. 

 

Our discussion weaved together the rich history of Chicago with Dilla's insights on the multitude of pathways the city can follow to rekindle its innovative spirit. We discussed historical achievements be Chicago leaders; Bessie Coleman, George Ferris, and many others. We discussed the important history of Chicago's South and West side neighborhoods. Dilla's perspective comes from being a son of Chicago and we want you to join us to learn about why 'Everything Dope About STEM, Comes from Chicago.' Tune in!

]]> On Today's episode fo the State of Innovation Podcast, we talk to Chicago Urban Historian Shermann Dilla Thomas on what it means to be an innovator from the city. 

 

Our discussion weaved together the rich history of Chicago with Dilla's insights on the multitude of pathways the city can follow to rekindle its innovative spirit. We discussed historical achievements be Chicago leaders; Bessie Coleman, George Ferris, and many others. We discussed the important history of Chicago's South and West side neighborhoods. Dilla's perspective comes from being a son of Chicago and we want you to join us to learn about why 'Everything Dope About STEM, Comes from Chicago.' Tune in!

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1928 22 full Episode 21- H2 Grand Prix Episode 21- H2 Grand Prix https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-21-h2-grand-prix/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-21-h2-grand-prix/#comments Fri, 21 Apr 2023 11:10:41 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/4f4dd3b1-122f-36c7-8de2-65ea85bcc5c2 On todays episode of the State of Innovation Podcast, we talk to ISTC Education Director Becky Goldberg, Horizon Educational's Ben Giordano, and Constellation Energy Vice President of Corporate Strategy Colleen Wright.

Our discussion touched on a major new event coming to Illinois; the H2 Grand Prix Series. We dive in on the sights and sounds of the first qualifying race, the passion that the 12-14 year old participants in the race have for innovation, and the future of the Grand Prix Series in the state. 

]]> On todays episode of the State of Innovation Podcast, we talk to ISTC Education Director Becky Goldberg, Horizon Educational's Ben Giordano, and Constellation Energy Vice President of Corporate Strategy Colleen Wright.

Our discussion touched on a major new event coming to Illinois; the H2 Grand Prix Series. We dive in on the sights and sounds of the first qualifying race, the passion that the 12-14 year old participants in the race have for innovation, and the future of the Grand Prix Series in the state. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2417 21 full Episode 20- Illinois State Representative Margaret Croke Episode 20- Illinois State Representative Margaret Croke https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-20-representative-margaret-croke/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-20-representative-margaret-croke/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:54:00 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/8db5f2a0-d69f-32f4-839a-0771187923ce On todays episode of the State of Innovation Podcast, we talk to IL State Representative Margaret Croke. 

Our discussion touched on Rep. Croke's major milestones and journey to the House, her thoughts on the future of cryptocurrency and blockchain in IL, and the opportunities for their adoption and advancement across the state.

 

]]> On todays episode of the State of Innovation Podcast, we talk to IL State Representative Margaret Croke. 

Our discussion touched on Rep. Croke's major milestones and journey to the House, her thoughts on the future of cryptocurrency and blockchain in IL, and the opportunities for their adoption and advancement across the state.

 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2570 20 full Episode 19- Elle Ramel, GET Cities-Chicago Episode 19- Elle Ramel, GET Cities-Chicago https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-19-elle-ramel/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-19-elle-ramel/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:59:52 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/50cc83ad-4e56-30d7-a6bc-9e9414641248 Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1821 19 full Episode 18 - Leslie Amonoo, Millennial Beacon Episode 18 - Leslie Amonoo, Millennial Beacon https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-18-leslie-amonoo-millennial-beacon/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-18-leslie-amonoo-millennial-beacon/#comments Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:26:22 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/96b2a88a-3705-396a-aa0b-57e1c485b126 On today's episode, we speak with Leslie Amonoo, the Founder and Director of Millennial Beacon. This healthcare incubator on Chicago's south side aims to diversify talent in healthcare innovation and create access to solutions that positively impact health outcomes in Black communities. We discuss narrative building and why it's important to reposition the south side as a viable area for opportunity and investment; we also expand on Millennial Beacon's strategy toward building trust and creating change in the communities they serve. 

 

To learn more about Millennial Beacon, visit their website below

https://millennialbeacon.org/

]]> On today's episode, we speak with Leslie Amonoo, the Founder and Director of Millennial Beacon. This healthcare incubator on Chicago's south side aims to diversify talent in healthcare innovation and create access to solutions that positively impact health outcomes in Black communities. We discuss narrative building and why it's important to reposition the south side as a viable area for opportunity and investment; we also expand on Millennial Beacon's strategy toward building trust and creating change in the communities they serve. 

 

To learn more about Millennial Beacon, visit their website below

https://millennialbeacon.org/

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2274 18 full Episode 17 - Jason Mercer, Cleveland Avenue Episode 17 - Jason Mercer, Cleveland Avenue https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-17-jason-mercer-cleveland-avenue/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-17-jason-mercer-cleveland-avenue/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:55:59 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/a8bbd74d-26f7-3de0-9272-b86c11a0853f During this episode, we speak with Jason Mercer, a Principal at Cleveland Avenue, a venture capital firm that invests primarily in Black and brown founders across restaurant, food tech and beverage companies in the Midwest region. With such a  major gap in the funding of Black founders, our discussion with Jason touches on the different ways to address and improve this engagement. 

]]> During this episode, we speak with Jason Mercer, a Principal at Cleveland Avenue, a venture capital firm that invests primarily in Black and brown founders across restaurant, food tech and beverage companies in the Midwest region. With such a  major gap in the funding of Black founders, our discussion with Jason touches on the different ways to address and improve this engagement. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2303 17 full Episode 16 - Dr. Gary Kinsel, Southern Illinois University Episode 16 - Dr. Gary Kinsel, Southern Illinois University https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-16-dr-gary-kinsel-southern-illinois-university/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-16-dr-gary-kinsel-southern-illinois-university/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:53:29 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/deff86b8-0fc1-3347-ae97-d1f074839c08 On this episode, we discuss the role of downstate innovation within the future of IL with Gary Kinsel, the Vice Chancellor of Research at Southern Illinois University. Our conversation highlights SIU's Research Park and the entrepreneurial support among their student and faculty. We also dive into the wins that have come through their focus on industry relations, technology transfer programming, and the pipelines being developing between research and commercialization. 

]]> On this episode, we discuss the role of downstate innovation within the future of IL with Gary Kinsel, the Vice Chancellor of Research at Southern Illinois University. Our conversation highlights SIU's Research Park and the entrepreneurial support among their student and faculty. We also dive into the wins that have come through their focus on industry relations, technology transfer programming, and the pipelines being developing between research and commercialization. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2440 16 full Episode 15 - The Future of ISTC‘s Venture Engine with World Business Chicago and TechNexus Venture Collaborative Episode 15 - The Future of ISTC‘s Venture Engine with World Business Chicago and TechNexus Venture Collaborative https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-15-the-future-of-istc-s-venture-engine-with-world-business-chicago-and-technexus-venture-collaborative/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-15-the-future-of-istc-s-venture-engine-with-world-business-chicago-and-technexus-venture-collaborative/#comments Thu, 09 Dec 2021 14:33:41 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/64c0e2e6-a537-3341-93c8-9ee8a9cc5dbb The State of Innovation podcast is BACK with new co-hosts Oluwatobi "Tobi" Oladejo (Innovation Program Coordinator) and Austin Green (Data and Policy Intern)! 

During this episode, we are joined by Colleen Egan and Nicole McCarthy (Innovation Program Manager) at World Business Chicago to discuss the launch of Venture Engine, ISTC's new corporate-startup connectivity platform. Our conversation touches on the impactful relationship between ISTC's partners at WBC and TechNexus Venture Collaborative and goes into detail about the vision that each of our organizations share for the future of innovation and entrepreneurship in IL.

]]> The State of Innovation podcast is BACK with new co-hosts Oluwatobi "Tobi" Oladejo (Innovation Program Coordinator) and Austin Green (Data and Policy Intern)! 

During this episode, we are joined by Colleen Egan and Nicole McCarthy (Innovation Program Manager) at World Business Chicago to discuss the launch of Venture Engine, ISTC's new corporate-startup connectivity platform. Our conversation touches on the impactful relationship between ISTC's partners at WBC and TechNexus Venture Collaborative and goes into detail about the vision that each of our organizations share for the future of innovation and entrepreneurship in IL.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2474 15 full Episode 14 - Mahesh Krishnamurthy, Illinois Tech Episode 14 - Mahesh Krishnamurthy, Illinois Tech https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-14-mahesh-krishnamurthy-illinois-tech/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-14-mahesh-krishnamurthy-illinois-tech/#comments Wed, 16 Jun 2021 08:42:47 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/af8fbad3-517c-3303-a1b5-61cf7d78541b On this episode of the State of Innovation, we talk with Mahesh Krishnamurthy, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Academic Director of the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship at Illinois Tech. Mahesh shares his research interest in power electronics, electric machines and adjustable speed drives; where the electric vehicle market stands today; and new entrepreneurship initiatives he's leading through the Kaplan Institute.

]]> On this episode of the State of Innovation, we talk with Mahesh Krishnamurthy, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Academic Director of the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship at Illinois Tech. Mahesh shares his research interest in power electronics, electric machines and adjustable speed drives; where the electric vehicle market stands today; and new entrepreneurship initiatives he's leading through the Kaplan Institute.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2326 14 full Episode 13 - Dr. James Gillespie, Prysm Institute Episode 13 - Dr. James Gillespie, Prysm Institute https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-13-dr-james-gillespie-prysm-institute/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-13-dr-james-gillespie-prysm-institute/#comments Thu, 27 May 2021 13:31:35 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/be45f51c-3157-35b5-8e07-30596ed3bffa On this episode of the State of Innovation, we chat with Dr. James Gillespie, Executive Director of the Prysm Institute—a business accelerator founded by Sterling Bay to provide resources to emerging and established companies specializing in life sciences, healthcare and technology. We discuss the Dr. Gillespie's career arc and interest in life sciences and technology; his leadership on diversity, equity, and inclusion; his new role with the Prysm Institute; and much more. 

]]> On this episode of the State of Innovation, we chat with Dr. James Gillespie, Executive Director of the Prysm Institute—a business accelerator founded by Sterling Bay to provide resources to emerging and established companies specializing in life sciences, healthcare and technology. We discuss the Dr. Gillespie's career arc and interest in life sciences and technology; his leadership on diversity, equity, and inclusion; his new role with the Prysm Institute; and much more. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2772 13 full Episode 12 - Yele Adelakun, DePaul University Episode 12 - Yele Adelakun, DePaul University https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-12-yele-adelakun-depaul-university/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-12-yele-adelakun-depaul-university/#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:32:32 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/4e1ed66d-b7dd-347a-8101-df12167b4e47 On this episode of the State of Innovation, we chat with Yele Adelakun, Professor at DePaul University's College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM), and Founder of DePaul's iD-Lab. We discuss his journey from Nigeria to Chicago (by way of Finland); his research on IT systems and outsourcing; as well as the groundbreaking work of DePaul's iD-Lab. 

]]> On this episode of the State of Innovation, we chat with Yele Adelakun, Professor at DePaul University's College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM), and Founder of DePaul's iD-Lab. We discuss his journey from Nigeria to Chicago (by way of Finland); his research on IT systems and outsourcing; as well as the groundbreaking work of DePaul's iD-Lab. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2722 12 full Episode 11 - Rob Patino, Southern Illinois University Episode 11 - Rob Patino, Southern Illinois University https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-11-rob-patino/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-11-rob-patino/#comments Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:00:33 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/9033bbc9-97a8-3047-b8c2-0551b36edf8f On this episode of the State of Innovation, we sit down with Rob Patino, Director of the Office of Technology Transfer at the Southern Illinois University System. We discuss his career path from chemical engineering to IP law and technology transfer; innovation going on across the SIU System; how the university connecting researchers to industry through its new Research Enabled platform; and much more.

]]> On this episode of the State of Innovation, we sit down with Rob Patino, Director of the Office of Technology Transfer at the Southern Illinois University System. We discuss his career path from chemical engineering to IP law and technology transfer; innovation going on across the SIU System; how the university connecting researchers to industry through its new Research Enabled platform; and much more.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2001 11 full Episode 10 - Bill Payne, The University of Chicago Episode 10 - Bill Payne, The University of Chicago https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-10-bill-payne/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-10-bill-payne/#comments Mon, 08 Feb 2021 09:08:02 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/f59a37e7-93fd-3166-b7ee-fe274118eb8e On this episode of the State of Innovation, we sit down with Bill Payne, Executive Director of Science and Technology at the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Chicago. We discuss his career path in engineering and telecommunications; Polsky's technology commercialization work; how the university is supporting businesses on the South Side of Chicago; and much more.

]]> On this episode of the State of Innovation, we sit down with Bill Payne, Executive Director of Science and Technology at the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Chicago. We discuss his career path in engineering and telecommunications; Polsky's technology commercialization work; how the university is supporting businesses on the South Side of Chicago; and much more.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2459 11 full Episode 9 - Synim Rivers, Horizon Episode 9 - Synim Rivers, Horizon https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-9-synim-rivers/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-9-synim-rivers/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:18:08 -0600 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/a8f1cde3-4e9c-360c-bb03-5718ca34a9c7 On this episode of The State of Innovation, we sit down with Synim Rivers, Director of R&D Communication at Horizon Therapeutics. We discuss her career arc, Horizon's recent success, the R&D landscape in Illinois, and how to move forward on health equity issues.

]]> On this episode of The State of Innovation, we sit down with Synim Rivers, Director of R&D Communication at Horizon Therapeutics. We discuss her career arc, Horizon's recent success, the R&D landscape in Illinois, and how to move forward on health equity issues.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1579 10 full Episode 8 - Gail Rost and Kendra Wieneke, Siebel Center for Design Episode 8 - Gail Rost and Kendra Wieneke, Siebel Center for Design https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-8-gail-rost-and-kendra-wieneke-siebel-center-for-design/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-8-gail-rost-and-kendra-wieneke-siebel-center-for-design/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:11:13 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/0a0887b1-8154-3750-b6f5-360dbda34af2 Gail Rost and Kendra Wieneke from the University of Illinois' Siebel Center for Design join the show to discuss developments at the Siebel Center; how Design Thinking and Human-Centered Design (HCD) can shape the way we approach challenges; and much more!

]]> Gail Rost and Kendra Wieneke from the University of Illinois' Siebel Center for Design join the show to discuss developments at the Siebel Center; how Design Thinking and Human-Centered Design (HCD) can shape the way we approach challenges; and much more!

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2499 9 full Episode 7 - Kate Waimey Timmerman, Chicago Quantum Exchange Episode 7 - Kate Waimey Timmerman, Chicago Quantum Exchange https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-7-kate-waimey-timmerman/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-7-kate-waimey-timmerman/#comments Mon, 31 Aug 2020 09:58:32 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/7b59314c-c4b7-3f48-b305-27c1a7af0ef9 On this episode of The State of Innovation, we sit down with Kate Waimey Timmerman, Executive Director of the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE). On the heels of a game-changing announcement for quantum research in Illinois, we discuss how CQE is bringing together universities, federal labs, industry and startups to boost innovation and create jobs. 

]]> On this episode of The State of Innovation, we sit down with Kate Waimey Timmerman, Executive Director of the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE). On the heels of a game-changing announcement for quantum research in Illinois, we discuss how CQE is bringing together universities, federal labs, industry and startups to boost innovation and create jobs. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2051 8 full Episode 6 - Abin Kuriakose, World Business Chicago Episode 6 - Abin Kuriakose, World Business Chicago https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-6-abin-kuriakose/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-6-abin-kuriakose/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2020 08:35:20 -0500 thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/4d90410d-50c7-30bd-9ae7-fd6915ed4c39 On this episode of The State of Innovation, we sit down with ChicagoNEXT director Abin Kuriakose to discuss his career arc; the great work going on at ChicagoNEXT; how Chicago can leverage tech to inclusively grow its economy; and much more.

]]> On this episode of The State of Innovation, we sit down with ChicagoNEXT director Abin Kuriakose to discuss his career arc; the great work going on at ChicagoNEXT; how Chicago can leverage tech to inclusively grow its economy; and much more.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2481 7 full Episode 5 - Colleen D. Egan, Illinois Science & Technology Coalition and Institute Episode 5 - Colleen D. Egan, Illinois Science & Technology Coalition and Institute https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-5-colleen-d-egan/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-5-colleen-d-egan/#comments Tue, 28 Jul 2020 14:13:27 -0500 datadish.podbean.com/8948dc38-831c-3758-9be5-6a751206a0c6 ISTC's podcast is back! We're now The State of Innovation podcast. On our triumphant return, we speak to new ISTC/I CEO Colleen D. Egan about her journey and what's next for our organization.

]]> ISTC's podcast is back! We're now The State of Innovation podcast. On our triumphant return, we speak to new ISTC/I CEO Colleen D. Egan about her journey and what's next for our organization.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 2890 6 full Episode 4 - Beyond the Index with Mark Harris, Illinois Science & Technology Coalition and Institute Episode 4 - Beyond the Index with Mark Harris, Illinois Science & Technology Coalition and Institute https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-4-beyond-the-index-with-mark-harris/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-4-beyond-the-index-with-mark-harris/#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2018 10:24:14 -0600 datadish.podbean.com/episode-4-beyond-the-index-with-mark-harris-786b0475c02ff31f34f31b74e6eaf8a0 Episode 4 of the podcast goes in-depth on our recently released STEM Talent issue of the Illinois Innovation Index with Mark Harris, President & CEO of ISTC. We discuss trends in Illinois STEM talent pipeline, including the growth of computer and data science, and the need for greater diversity and employer engagement in Illinois.

]]> Episode 4 of the podcast goes in-depth on our recently released STEM Talent issue of the Illinois Innovation Index with Mark Harris, President & CEO of ISTC. We discuss trends in Illinois STEM talent pipeline, including the growth of computer and data science, and the need for greater diversity and employer engagement in Illinois.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1284 1 5 full Episode 3 - Prof. Lori Andrews, Chicago Kent College of Law Episode 3 - Prof. Lori Andrews, Chicago Kent College of Law https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-3-prof-lori-andrews/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-3-prof-lori-andrews/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:02:18 -0600 datadish.podbean.com/episode-3-prof-lori-andrews-473a31979f377b3ee1daf6ff1043307e Episode 3 of the podcast features Prof. Lori Andrews from the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Chicago Kent College of Law. We chat about Prof. Andrews’ groundbreaking work at the intersection of law and technology, including her work in genetics and biotechnology, as well as with social networks and online privacy. 

]]> Episode 3 of the podcast features Prof. Lori Andrews from the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Chicago Kent College of Law. We chat about Prof. Andrews’ groundbreaking work at the intersection of law and technology, including her work in genetics and biotechnology, as well as with social networks and online privacy. 

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1895 1 4 full Episode 2 - Prof. Brandon Cox, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Episode 2 - Prof. Brandon Cox, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-2-prof-brandon-cox/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-2-prof-brandon-cox/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:01:15 -0600 datadish.podbean.com/episode-2-prof-brandon-cox-58d8ba50f530b16fb78b86fb73bce67b Episode 2 of the podcast features Prof. Brandon Cox from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. We discuss her research efforts in hearing loss and regeneration, SIU’s strength in hearing research, and how the field of hearing loss has evolved in recent years.

]]> Episode 2 of the podcast features Prof. Brandon Cox from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. We discuss her research efforts in hearing loss and regeneration, SIU’s strength in hearing research, and how the field of hearing loss has evolved in recent years.

]]> Illinois Science & Technology Coalition false No 1396 1 3 full Episode 1 - Prof. Edward Colgate, Northwestern’s McCormick School of Engineering Episode 1 - Prof. Edward Colgate, Northwestern’s McCormick School of Engineering https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-1-prof-edward-colgate/ https://thestateofinnovation.podbean.com/e/episode-1-prof-edward-colgate/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2018 15:59:34 -0600 datadish.podbean.com/episode-1-prof-edward-colgate-2e42ec9ece5405812560d358a1e7848d On the inaugural episode of the Data Dish podcast, we sit down with Prof. Edward Colgate from Northwestern’s McCormick School of Engineering to discuss his research in robotics, his newest startup, and how university research has changed over the past 30 years.

]]> On the inaugural episode of the Data Dish podcast, we sit down with Prof. Edward Colgate from Northwestern’s McCormick School of Engineering to discuss his research in robotics, his newest startup, and how university research has changed over the past 30 years.

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