SUCCESS STORIES
The business of innovation has been happening around the state for a number of years. The Demonstration Fund, which was created by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, helps businesses with a high-growth potential reach a position where they are able to attract later stage private funding. The Innovation Corporation staff and board of directors have been insturmental in establishing and continuing this important vehicle for innovaiton.
Since 2007, 113 companies have received more than $11.6 million in funds. Of those companies, 40% have received follow along capital.
Here are just a few examples of success stories.
BodyViz
Located at the Iowa State University Research Park, BodyViz creates incredible 3D MRI/CT scan visualizations, unlocking medical imaging for doctors, specialists, surgeons and educational institutions.
Integrated DNA Technologies
Coralville-based Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is a life sciences company that produces custom biology products for academic, government, and commercial researchers in biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical development.
Phasient Learning Technologies
Ames-based Phasient Learning Technologies is breaking ground in the area of online learning, helping clients train their workforces while keeping costs under control.
Read more | http://www.phasient.com
SENSR LLC
With just seven employees, SENSR broke into the international market through its innovative efforts. The company is one of only a handful of top-tier suppliers in the market of measuring dynamics, but is the only one that combines inputs from the information technology sector. SENSR is headquarted in Elkader, Iowa.
Read more | http://www.sensr.com/