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Governor JB Pritzker Announces Historic $500 Million Investment Aligning with the CHIPS and Science Act

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Innovate Illinois Chair and Governor JB Pritzker announced a groundbreaking proposal to allocate $500 million towards the advancement of beyond silicon quantum technology in the state.

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  • Innovate Illinois Chair and Governor JB Pritzker announced a groundbreaking proposal to allocate $500 million towards the advancement of beyond silicon quantum technology in the state.
  • "We were already solidifying our position as a top hub for quantum development, we're ready to leap ahead.
  • Ensuring we make timely, strategic investments and demonstrate unwavering commitment builds confidence among private industry and the federal government," said Governor JB Pritzker.
  • Governor Pritzker has been fostering the innovation environment in Illinois and this announcement will uplift these efforts.

GOVERNOR PRITZKER, MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON, WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO & CHICAGOLAND BUSINESS LEADERS LAUNCH THE CHICAGOLAND CLIMATE INVESTMENT ALLIANCE TO DRIVE CLIMATE INNOVATION & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

The Chicagoland Climate Investment Alliance (the "Alliance") represents a pivotal step forward in harnessing the strengths of the Chicagoland region and the broader Midwest, positioning it as a leading hub for climate innovation, economic development, and investment.

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  • The Chicagoland Climate Investment Alliance (the "Alliance") represents a pivotal step forward in harnessing the strengths of the Chicagoland region and the broader Midwest, positioning it as a leading hub for climate innovation, economic development, and investment.
  • The Alliance will support the commercialization of climate technologies and strengthen the region's innovation ecosystem to address climate challenges through technology and innovation.
  • "The landmark Chicagoland Climate Investment Alliance is another step forward that will propel our workforce, industries, and businesses toward an equitable, clean energy future.
  • The Chicagoland Climate Investment Alliance will:
    Forge an Interconnected Climate Innovation Ecosystem: Prioritizing cohesive and impactful programming across sectors, including agtech, clean energy, water, food, and recycling.

Data Center Trailblazers to Keynote Data Center World 2023

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Data Center World , the leading global conference for data center facilities and IT professionals, today announces three keynote addresses.

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  • Data Center World , the leading global conference for data center facilities and IT professionals, today announces three keynote addresses.
  • Data Center World is AFCOM’s annual global gathering and will take place May 8-11, 2023, in Austin, TX.
  • “Data Center World provides world-class education as well as the opportunity to explore the technologies data center professionals need to make business decisions in the rapidly evolving data center landscape.”
    The Conference Program provides technology professionals with unparalleled education to stay at the forefront of the highly complex data center industry.
  • Data Center World will offer unlimited networking opportunities targeted at data center professionals.

Selagine Enters into a Collaborative Agreement with Grifols for Development and Commercialization of Immunoglobulin Eye Drops for Treating Dry Eye Disease

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Monday, March 6, 2023

The anti-inflammatory actions of eye drops that are currently approved for treating chronic dry eye disease are narrow-spectrum and limited primarily to targeting T-cell inflammatory mechanisms.

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  • The anti-inflammatory actions of eye drops that are currently approved for treating chronic dry eye disease are narrow-spectrum and limited primarily to targeting T-cell inflammatory mechanisms.
  • "We are so delighted that this novel application of immunoglobulin eye drops to treat dry eye disease has resulted from Dr. Sandeep Jain's world-class and innovative research work.
  • This new sublicense agreement between Selagine and Grifols will facilitate the continued development of this therapeutic to potentially help the millions of patients around the world suffering from dry eye disease."
  • In addition, Grifols has committed to fund the development of immunoglobulin eye drops through FDA approval, which will be managed collaboratively by Grifols and Selagine, including the clinical, manufacturing and regulatory activities required for FDA approval for dry eye disease indication.

University of Illinois Spinout Launches COVID + Flu + R.S.V. Test

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield T3, a spinout of the University of Illinois System's Discovery Partners Institute, is now offering a saliva-based PCR test kit that will screen for three illnesses — COVID-19, Influenza A/B and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV — in response to a potential "tripledemic" this winter.

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  • This test will help customers know within 24 hours if they have one of these three viruses.
  • (which has similar symptoms to flu and Covid), rhinoviruses and enteroviruses are already straining pediatric hospitals in several states."
  • Lab technicians run two separate tests on the sample, one for COVID, and one for flu and R.S.V.
  • Shield T3 grew out of an easy-to-administer PCR saliva test developed by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2020.

Mayor Lightfoot joins World Business Chicago, City Colleges of Chicago, and Discovery Partners Institute to announce ThinkChicago Launchpad

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Friday, September 30, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joins World Business Chicago, City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) and Discovery Partners Institute to announce the launch of ThinkChicago Launchpad, a brand-new event exclusive to City Colleges of Chicago students and alumni. Interested students can register for the opportunity to enjoy a multi-day immersion experience to explore Chicago's thriving tech, innovation, and startup ecosystem at www.thinkchicago.net/launchpad.

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  • For the first-time ever, WBC's flagship STEM talent attraction and retention program, ThinkChicago, will host Launchpad, an exclusive event for City Colleges of Chicago students and alumni
    CHICAGO, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joins World Business Chicago, City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) and Discovery Partners Institute to announce the launch of ThinkChicago Launchpad, a brand-new event exclusive to City Colleges of Chicago students and alumni.
  • "When it comes to diverse, local talent, City Colleges of Chicago is truly one of the city's powerhouses," said Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot.
  • "I am beyond proud to see World Business Chicago's ThinkChicago program tap into this talent pool and rapidly grow with City Colleges students.
  • ThinkChicago is organized by World Business Chicago, with anchor partners, the University of Illinois System and the City of Chicago.

Expanding hospital-based innovation hubs to promote 'what if' solutions

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Monday, September 19, 2022

But the Peoria, Illinois-based Catholic integrated health system is working to change that by expanding hospital-based innovation hubs.

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  • But the Peoria, Illinois-based Catholic integrated health system is working to change that by expanding hospital-based innovation hubs.
  • OSF Innovation Senior Vice President Becky Buchen says frontline caregivers are living those challenges every day, so it makes sense to tap them for solutions.
  • The best ideas emerging from the hubs will get support from OSF Innovation, based at the Jump Simulation & Education Center in Peoria.
  • OSF HealthCare is also a major backer of Distillery Labs , a downtown Peoria-based innovation hub that is part of the Illinois Innovation Network .

Shield T3 Launches a Vending Machine for COVID-19 Tests

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield T3, a spin out of the University of Illinois System's Discovery Partners Institute, is now providing vending machines stocked with more than 300 of its saliva-based, PCR tests for COVID-19. (Download a 3D rendering here.)

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield T3, a spin out of the University of Illinois System's Discovery Partners Institute, is now providing vending machines stocked with more than 300 of its saliva-based, PCR tests for COVID-19.
  • Universities are currently paying $20 to $40 per test for this service including the cost of the vending machine.
  • "Outbreaks are still happening and colleges still need to ensure that in-person classes can be held safely," said Bill Jackson, Shield T3's principal officer of Shield T3.
  • Shield T3 grew out of an easy-to-administer PCR saliva test developed by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2020.

Shield T3 and the Discovery Partners Institute Announce Commercialization of COVID-19 Wastewater Monitoring T3 to provide services to other states, counties

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Monday, January 31, 2022

Thus, monitoring wastewater for the virus provides public health officials with early warnings of a potential outbreak.

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  • Thus, monitoring wastewater for the virus provides public health officials with early warnings of a potential outbreak.
  • DPI has been monitoring COVID-19 in sewers or at wastewater treatment plants statewide under two separate government grants.
  • Wastewater monitoring involves taking 1.7-ounce (50ml) samples twice weekly and shipping these overnight for laboratory analysis to University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Assoc.
  • The Discovery Partners Institute's ambition is to propel Chicago into a pre-eminent and inclusive tech economy over the next decade.

College of DuPage Board Chair Maureen Dunne Elected to ACCT Board of Directors

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

GLEN ELLYN, Ill., Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- College of DuPage is proud to congratulate Board Chair Maureen Dunne, Ph.D., following her election to the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Board of Directors.

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  • GLEN ELLYN, Ill., Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- College of DuPage is proud to congratulate Board Chair Maureen Dunne, Ph.D., following her election to the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Board of Directors.
  • Dunne, a Chicago-area innovator, was elected to the national board of directors during the ACCT's 2021 Leadership Congress in San Diego, where College of DuPage (COD) President Dr. Brian Caputo congratulated Dunne on her expanded leadership role within the U.S. community college system.
  • "Dr. Dunne is a tireless advocate of student success at College of DuPage and within America's community college system," stated Dr. Caputo.
  • Dr. Dunne was elected Chair of the College's Board of Trustees in April 2021 and President-elect of the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) in June 2021.