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SDSU Research Park reports startup growth, Innovate SODAC outreach and proof-of-concept fund work
2247418 · February 6, 2025
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Summary
The South Dakota State University Research Park told the committee about startup activity, student employment links and plans for a statewide proof-of-concept fund to leverage angel investments and public grants.
Duane Chaple, CEO of the SDSU Research Park, briefed the Joint Appropriations Committee on startup creation, job impacts and programs that connect university research to regional economic development.
Chaple said the Research Park has incubated numerous startups, created more than 1,400 jobs in recent years and helped…
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