News & Notes | UT at Chattanooga praises collaboration with EPB
IACMI has announced the launch of 'Make It In America', a national outreach campaign to raise awareness of careers in advanced manufacturing.
From Chattanooga:
On the same day that EPB announced a new collaboration with Vanderbilt University, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) credited the public utility with being a valuable partner in establishing the UTC Quantum Center as a national leader in Quantum Information Science and Engineering (QISE).
“With the investments the University has made in quantum research and development, we are pleased to have been invited into other quantum industry consortia in the region, including those focused on national security, advanced manufacturing, and the defense industry,” the message read. “In 2022, UTC started establishing a program of excellence in Quantum Information Science and Engineering. The focus was on innovation in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, mobility, transportation, and resilient energy supply.
UTC was the first university connected to EPB’s quantum network in 2023, enabling research in quantum sensing and communication. We will continue to identify projects that give us the opportunity to work with EPB and other educational and business partners in the region.
The University has committed more than $9.6 million in quantum research and infrastructure. This includes a $3 million institutional commitment and $6.6 million in additional funding to support research projects, laboratory buildouts and high-performance computing.
We look forward to continuing our strong partnership with EPB as we bring more economic and workforce development to the Tennessee Valley Corridor and maintain our status as the higher education leader in quantum science in the region.
Totem, creators of the viral Totem Compass, the offline, wearable GPS tracker built for live events, has announced the launch of its community equity crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder. With $1.12 million already committed, Totem is targeting $2 million to unlock a recurring revenue model, expand its global footprint, strengthen distribution channels, and grow its technical team.
The round is open now to the public with a minimum investment of $250, and international investors are welcome. Check out the press release below for more information.
From Nashville:
AngelEye Health, a leader in neonatal and pediatric services, has announced the closing of a $9 million Series C funding round.
In addition to the equity financing, AngelEye has secured a complementary debt facility from Live Oak Bank to strategically extend the company’s growth capital. The combined funding will enable AngelEye to accelerate product innovation, expand its commercial footprint, and further advance its mission to transform neonatal and pediatric inpatient units into intelligent, connected environments optimized for care delivery, efficiency, and family empowerment.
The round was led by existing investor Mountain Group Partners, with continued support from Brad Whitmore and additional existing investors. AngelEye is also pleased to welcome Nationwide Children’s Hospital as a new investor, underscoring a shared commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable infants. In conjunction with the investment, Luke Brown, Vice President of Finance and Treasury at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will join AngelEye’s Board of Directors as an observer.
The Nashville Entrepreneur Center is now accepting applications for three of its accelerator programs. They are:
- TakeOff for those ready to launch;
- InFlight for those scaling their business; and
- Project Healthcare for those innovating in the healthcare sector.
Applications are due by December 22. To apply, click here.
From Knoxville:
IACMI–The Composites Institute® (IACMI) has announced the launch of ‘Make It In America’, a national outreach campaign to raise awareness of careers in advanced manufacturing and help fill the 3.8 million jobs needed by 2030.
Leveraging IACMI’s two workforce development programs, America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) and Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning (METAL), the outreach campaign will educate emerging workers about available job opportunities and the critical role manufacturing plays both locally and globally.
“The manufacturing industry is undergoing a revitalization that is opening up new and unprecedented career paths,” said Justin Brooks, IACMI Deputy Director of Workforce Development. “The campaign theme ‘Make It In America’ reflects both the tangible products made in manufacturing and the rewarding careers people can build for themselves.
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