From PFAS water filtration to cooking independence systems, seven finalists showcased the diverse future of East Tennessee’s startup economy.

"Farmers spend over $21 billion on chemical applications annually in the U.S.," Dore said. "We can increase a farmer's yield with more cost-efficient and precise spraying."

From SMRs to AI power demands, industry experts at the UT CIS & TCED’s ‘Nuclear 101’ workshop map out how Tennessee can maintain its head start within the industry.

Meet the seven innovators competing for $10,000 and the future of Knoxville’s startup scene.

The first place winner of the 2026 Ballard Innovation Award will receive $50,000 in cash and in-kind services to propel their venture forward. Applications are due promptly at 11:59 on Wednesday, March 18.

Join local government officials and planners as they reveal the zoning map that will dictate development in Knox County for years to come. The map is among the final stages…

In 2025, TMEP assisted 218 manufacturers across Tennessee, generating more than $300 million in economic impact.

On Thursday, partner organizations in Chattanooga's quantum ecosystem gathered for a lineup of presentations on how to move quantum from a research concept to real-world applications.