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Techstars Alabama EnergyTech announces 2021 class

Techstars Alabama EnergyTech announces 2021 class

Ten energy-focused startups continue the momentum of Techstars’ success in Birmingham.

Sep 13, 2021

Auburn University teams with Tuskegee University for STEM student research opportunities

Auburn University teams with Tuskegee University for STEM student research opportunities

Chemistry, applied engineering and materials science are among the fields included.

Sep 11, 2021

Alabama native Danny Smith works to make cruise industry more environmentally sustainable

Alabama native Danny Smith works to make cruise industry more environmentally sustainable

Samford and UAB grad helps guide environmental policy for Carnival Corp.

Sep 7, 2021

C Spire building 243-mile fiber-optic cable route in Alabama and Mississippi

C Spire building 243-mile fiber-optic cable route in Alabama and Mississippi

The high-tech infrastructure will stretch from Meridian to Homewood.

Aug 25, 2021

Montgomery Chamber to open entrepreneurial hub The Lab on Dexter

Montgomery Chamber to open entrepreneurial hub The Lab on Dexter

The goal is to create a sustainable social and tech innovation ecosystem.

Aug 24, 2021

Birmingham educator receives $5,000 stipend to support students in scientific research

Birmingham educator receives $5,000 stipend to support students in scientific research

Elizabeth Bieri teaches chemistry at Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School.

Aug 23, 2021

Strategic plan outlines leaders’ vision for Auburn innovation complex The Park

Strategic plan outlines leaders’ vision for Auburn innovation complex The Park

A bio accelerator and a system of trails are on the drawing board.

Aug 20, 2021

The Park at Auburn is advancing research innovation to benefit the region

The Park at Auburn is advancing research innovation to benefit the region

Projects range from a hyperspectral microscope to a breath test for heartworms in dogs.

Aug 19, 2021

Alabama startup CommentSold gains big backer in Permira

Alabama startup CommentSold gains big backer in Permira

The Huntsville company is seen at the forefront of next e-commerce wave.

Aug 18, 2021

The Park at Auburn grows its mission to channel research into entrepreneurship

The Park at Auburn grows its mission to channel research into entrepreneurship

The complex is a force in Alabama’s innovation and entrepreneurial landscape.

Aug 17, 2021

Gone phishing: UAB expert offers five ways to prevent cyberattacks

Gone phishing: UAB expert offers five ways to prevent cyberattacks

Protect your data from hackers with these easy tips.

Aug 15, 2021

Birmingham to host Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp for underserved students

Birmingham to host Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp for underserved students

The free camps are for students in grades 9-12.

Aug 12, 2021

Alabama’s assets can help position state well for innovation economy

Alabama’s assets can help position state well for innovation economy

Hoover Institution adviser to Alabama Innovation Commission loses himself in research to help the state prosper.

Aug 11, 2021

Rep. Gary Palmer and staff get firsthand look at Alabama’s National Carbon Capture Center

Rep. Gary Palmer and staff get firsthand look at Alabama’s National Carbon Capture Center

The congressman learned about the latest technology.

Aug 11, 2021

Electric vehicles will drive Alabama’s automotive industry going forward

Electric vehicles will drive Alabama’s automotive industry going forward

Economic developers are aiding in the state’s electric transition.

Aug 10, 2021

Panel: Innovation imperative to Alabama’s future success

Panel: Innovation imperative to Alabama’s future success

BCA told innovation economy is the path forward for the state.

Aug 5, 2021

Protective Life’s corporate headquarters powered with 100% renewable energy from Alabama Power

Protective Life’s corporate headquarters powered with 100% renewable energy from Alabama Power

Collaboration uses Renewable Energy Credits from wind energy.

Aug 5, 2021

Alabama economic developers excited for what’s Next

Alabama economic developers excited for what’s Next

Campaign has state economy oriented to the future.

Aug 4, 2021