Authority Board Meets, Releases Funds to Steer Minorities Toward STEM Careers
On July 16th, the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority’s Board of Directors held its first meeting of the new fiscal year. Continued>>The Authority Welcomes Alec Watson
The Arkansas Science and Technology Authority is pleased to announce Alec Watson as the new STEM Intern. Continued>>
The Authority Releases 2010 Annual Report
The Board of Directors and staff are pleased to present our 2010 Annual Report for public review. This report is a summary of the scientific and technological projects by which the Authority carries out its mission to advance the talent and innovation necessary for Arkansas to prosper. To read the full document, click here.
AMS, U of A, and AEDC-Energy Office Launch Clearinghouse to Help Manufacturers Address Energy Needs
The Clearinghouse is an organization that will assist Arkansas manufacturers in their efforts to adopt more energy efficient practices. The new organization will provide its consultancy and training at no cost to the manufacturer. Continued>>
The Authority Welcomes Annetta Massanelli
The Arkansas Science and Technology Authority is pleased to announce Annetta Massanelli as the new Executive Secretary. Continued>>
It’s a WiNS For All of Us: How One Professor Says Authority Funded NanoTech Is Affecting Arkansas’ Future.
Should research be important in a state where rice is the top export? According to Dr. Vijay Varadan, head of the WiNS Center at U of A - Fayetteville, the answer is yes. Continued>>
Profile of Success: How Authority Minigrants Got Teachers Up to Speed and Kids Turned On to Science.
For the past eight years, the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority’s Minigrant Program, funded generously by the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, has provided $500 awards to Arkansas public middle school teachers to purchase consumable items for student hands-on experiences in science. Continued>>
The Authority Welcomes Donna Hobbs
The Arkansas Science and Technology Authority is pleased to announce Donna Hobbs as the STRIVE intern for the summer. Continued>>
Authority Minigrant Ends; STUART Grant Moves.
As of July 1, 2010, the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority will be ending two long-running grant programs . The first of the two is the STUART Grant Program. Continued>>
Authority to Support the Office of Health Information Technology
In Fiscal Year 2010 Governor Mike Beebe signed into law the creation of the Arkansas Office of Health Information Technology (HIT). Continued>>
Authority Board Approves Million Dollar Investment in Research Alliance
It was a packed agenda at the May Board meeting of the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority. Perhaps the most important decision of the day came following a presentation and request for funding from Dr. Jerry Adams, President and CEO of The Arkansas Research Alliance. Continued>>
ASTA Clients Silicon Solar Solutions and UAMS BioVentures Take Center Stage as “Rev Up Job Generators.”
Silicon Solar Solutions LLC of Fayetteville originates from a 1998 University of Arkansas patent that collected dust until pulled off the shelf recently by student Douglas Hutchings. Continued>>
Hosting the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) provides an opportunity for Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas to “show what’s going on in our communities,” said Mark Young, president and CEO of the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce. Continued>>
During a break from the Engaging America’s Talent Conference at the Peabody Hotel, Keynote Speakers John Martini and George Blanks sat down to talk about preparing students for the future workforce of America.Continued>>
Mary Good traces her interest in the sciences back to high school, when she built what she described as a "very crude" darkroom for enlarging photos. Continued>>
EAT Conference Trailblazes Through Hi-Tech Interactive.
The goal of the Engaging America’s Talent Conference, hosted March 22nd through the 24th at Little Rock’s Peabody Hotel, was for participants to brainstorm on ways to engage America’s young people and get them excited about careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Continued>>
The Authority Releases Its Arkansas Research Matching Fund Report for 2010
This is the sixth biennial report for the Arkansas Research Matching Fund (ARMF) and is submitted pursuant to Arkansas Code 15-3-201 through 15-3-208 (Act 1545 of 1999).Continued>>
EPSCoR’s EAT Conference: Three Days of Brainstorming to Engage America’s Talent.
The Engaging America’s Talent Conference took place at the Peabody Hotel from March 22nd to the 24th. During three days of intense discussion one theme emerged over and over from speakers and participants alike.Continued>>
Authority Board Goes Green, Votes to Fund Wireless Tech, Solar Powered Boat Races and More…
During the latest meeting of the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority Board of Directors, the evidence of change seemed everywhere. Continued>>
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority would like to congratulate Keith Blakely who was recently named new chief executive officer of Authority client Nanomech. Continued>>
AMS to Host Free Lunch and Learn to Help Manufacturers Benefit From Grant Funding
AMS will be hosting a free Lunch and Learn at Pulaski Technical College, Business & Industry Training Center on March 16th..Continued>>
Connect Arkansas Will Remain The Lead Agency For Broadband Stimulus Funds
Gov. Mike Beebe's office on Thursday confirmed that Connect Arkansas will remain the lead coordinating agency for the second notice of funds availability released by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration for broadband stimulus funds...Continued>>
Board Votes to Fund An Energy Clearinghouse, Diversity Programs and National Education Conference.
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority’s Board of Director’s held its first meeting of 2010 on Friday, January 15th. Continued>>
Authority Client Launches New iPhone Application
iPhone users interested in tracking the changes to Arkansas State Law now have a new option to do so. Continued>>
Authority Client NanoMech Gets Navy Contract
NanoMech LLC of Springdale has received a contract worth about $770,000 from the Office of Naval Research to work on a new lubricant additive called NanoGlide. Continued>>The Authority has a new mission statement for the 21st century: to advance the talent and innovation necessary for Arkansas to prosper. This new mission statement comes from... Continued>>
AMS’ Greg Henderson Makes List of 20 in Their 20s
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority would like to congratulate Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions’ Greg Henderson for making Arkansas Business’ list of new rising stars. Continued>>On October 20th, the Department of Information Systems Technology Summit took place at the Crown Plaza in Little Rock. Dr. John Ahlen, President of the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority, was the keynote speaker for the morning. Continued>>
Next month, small-business owners, manufacturers, business leaders, technology-based entrepreneurs and innovators will all have the opportunity to benefit from the free expertise offered by seasoned consultants and experts at the second-annual Commerce Arkansas business expo. Continued>>
Authority client Balm Innovations will be featuring its products next month in the 2009 Technology Showcase at the Product Development and Management Association’s International Conference... Continued>>
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority has released its 2009 Annual Report. Continued>>
SFC Fluidics, LLC, has received a $5 million federal contract for development of a hand-held device for rapid diagnosis of traumatic brain injury. Continued>>
With the arrival of a new fiscal year, three new officers were named to the Board of Directors. Continued>>
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority is pleased to announce that Jeremy Lusk has joined the staff as the new STEM intern. Continued>>
Several higher education institutions in Arkansas are making significant strides in a technology that could soon become a ubiquitous component of products ranging from bed sheets to brain implants. Continued>>
Recycling will reach new heights in 2010 as the Arkansas Science & Authority moves with four other state agencies into the original Dillard’s headquarters. Continued>>
To help improve the availability and effectiveness of the TTAG application process, as of 7/21/09 all TTAG applications Technology Transfer Assistance Grant must use the online application process. Paper copies of any kind (Fax - Email - Hand Delivery - Mail) will no longer be accepted.
R&D Magazine has named Arkansas Power Electronics International, Inc. of Fayetteville and the University of Arkansas' National Center for Reliable Electric Power Transmission as recipients of the 2009 R&D 100 Award for their... Continued>>
In a special July meeting, the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority’s Board of Directors met to discuss everything from the commercialization of a new cross-platform software solution to the funding of a firm that that develops a chemical agent found in artificial sweetener. Continued>>
Wal-Mart's Thursday announcement that it will lead the creation of a "global sustainability index" that would pressure vendors to become more green was received as good news by one organization that represents Arkansas businesses. Continued>>
More than $350K in Grant Funding Available to Arkansas Businesses Needing New Technology
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority announced today that $356,975 of Technology Transfer Assistance Grants (TTAGs) are now available through June 30, 2010... Continued>>
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority is pleased to announce that Slade Wright has joined the staff as the new Communications Intern. Continued>>
Authority Board Backs Arkansas’ Innovation Marketplace, TTAG, Tax Credits and More…
At its May meeting, the Arkansas Science & Technology Board of Directors approved the release of $150,000 to develop the Arkansas Innovation Marketplace...Continued>>
Scientists at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences haven't cured cancer, but on Monday unveiled research they believe will make cancer treatment less intrusive...Continued>>
Authority client Duralor LLC is a producer of high-performance coatings and coating processes for cutting tools and machine-wear parts. Continued>>
Training Helps Researchers Get On the Fast Track
A new technology by itself doesn't constitute a company. To succeed, entrepreneurs must develop... Continued>>Read the lasest issue of Arkansas EPSCoR: ASSETS of Arkansas here.
ASSET Initiative Advisory Board Brings Top Minds to Little Rock
On April 3, the External Advisory Board of the Arkansas ASSET (Advancing and Supporting Science, Engineering and Technology) Initiative convened at the Hilton Hotel in Little Rock... Continued>>
Arkansas Innovation Marketplace Opens to the Public
Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions (a program of the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority) is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Commerce and Merwyn Research, Inc. to launch Arkansas Innovation Marketplace... Continued>>
Authority Client Balm Innovations Launches New Product and Expands to East Coast
Arkansas Science & Technology Authority client Balm Innovations launched its most recent development, Omnibalm Daily Foot Therapy, in late March to more than 100 drug stores. Continued>>
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority is pleased to announce that Greg Henderson has joined the staff as the new Marketing Manager for Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions. Continued>>
In its latest meeting the Authority Board of Directors voted to approve a Seed Capital Investment to Maumelle-based Meritbuilder.com .Continued>>
Website Marketing drives sales and customer interactions by making improvements in search engine visibility, user experience, and selling methods. Continued>>
(USAToday.com) Legislation creating a fund to offer incentives for the development of new technologies is headed to the Senate for a vote. Continued>>
(Courtesy of USAToday.com and the Associated Press) Gov. Mike Beebe supports lifting a constitutional ban blocking the state from investing in private companies, something he says could support high-tech ventures, his spokesman said. Continued>>
State Rep. Monty Betts, D-Searcy, recently met with Arkansas college students to discuss their most recent research findings... Continued>>
Governor Mike Beebe has made a new appointment to the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority’s Board of Directors. Continued>>
Arkansas May See a Bigger Stimulus Allocation Because of Connect Arkansas
Buried in Congress' mammoth $789 billion economic stimulus package is one category of grants that could send a ripple through Arkansas' economy, starting with some homegrown technology firms. Continued>>
Arkansas Moves Forward With 21st Century Economic Plans
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Authority Board Of Directors Votes In Favor Of Funding For Research Alliance, Small Business Assistance Tools and More
During its third meeting of Fiscal Year 2009, the Authority Board voted to fund an application that helps small businesses predict success, a database that tracks financial and... Continued>>
Arkansas Research Alliance Seeks To Accelerate Change
University-based research is one of the keys to bringing 21st century jobs to this state, according to the Arkansas Research Alliance. Continued>>
The Authority Awards $70,000 To Boost Minority Involvement in STEM Majors
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority recently awarded a $70,000 grant to The University of Arkansas Pine Bluff to help increase the number of underrepresented minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) majors. Continued>>
With a strong team of leaders and a clear focus on university-based research, the Arkansas Research Alliance (ARA) is ready to deliver on its pledge to accelerate economic development... Continued>>
During its second meeting of Fiscal Year 2009, the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority’s Board of Directors voted to approve a three million dollar grant to further science and technology investments in early-stage Arkansas firms... Continued>>
New State EPSCoR Website Goes Live!
2 Day STUART Training Workshop Proves Beneficial to Arkansas Teachers
Twelve teams of middle school teachers attended a two-day training workshop on the Classroom Performance System (CPS) Continued>>
Arkansas Venture Forum: Entrepreneurs Staying Optimistic in A Tough Economy
The Authority Welcomes Dr. Blake Perry
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority is pleased to announce that Dr. Blake Perry has joined the staff as the new Vice President Research. Continued>>
Democrat Gazette Spotlights AMS’ Web Sales Client Assistance
Manufacturers have two core problems when it comes to promoting their businesses online.Continued>>
AMS’ Dan Curtis Talks America’s Business With Nationally Syndicated Talk-Show Host Mike Hambrick.
"America's Business" explores the issues and people who make America the world’s manufacturing leader. Hosted by broadcast veteran Mike Hambrick, the show features news, commentary and interviews with manufacturers, "the millions of people who make things." Recently, Mike turned his attention to Arkansas. Continued>>
Venture capitalists from Arkansas and seven other states are at the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce today and tomorrow to hear about potential investment opportunities in medical technologies developed at Arkansas universities. Continued>>
Authority Board Gives the Thumbs Up To Tea Tree-based Product Line, Incubators and Minority Alliance.
During its first meeting of fiscal year 2009, The Authority’s Board of Directors approved a Seed Capital Investment to Balm Innovations in the amount of $100,000. Continued>>
In the Spotlight! Arkansas Business Takes a Closer Look at Station X.
About four years ago Brant Collins' brainchild was born: Station X, an Internet TV network that provides original broadcasting through a string of niche shows. Continued>>
AMS Talks Lean Accounting With Arkansas Business
The only thing about the manufacturing process that is still recognizable from the post-war economic boom of the 1950s is the way plant managers and their accountants determine how much it costs to make a product. Continued>>
Alex Cone Joins Authority Staff
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority is pleased to announce the addition of Alex Cone as Project Management Analyst.Continued>>
New Video! See the Authority Presentation to the State Legislature on the 21st Century Classroom
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Task Force Gives State Legislature a Look Inside the 21st Century Classroom
Leaders of a technology task force challenged to identify ways Arkansas classrooms can adapt to current digital technology presented their recommendations to the Joint Committee on Advanced Communications and Information Technology at the Capitol Monday. Continued>>Small business leaders on Thursday asked U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., to exclude firms backed by venture capital from two federal programs due for reauthorization that award grants and contracts to small businesses.Continued>>
The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority is pleased to announce the addition of Becky Hart as STEM Program Manager. Continued>>