I will be the first to admit that I began working at a translational research institute (TRI) without any prior knowledge of translational research. As I’ve settled into my position, I’ve learned the basic principles through my work. But for my own sake, I wanted to...

If you are at all familiar with the world of investing, you have probably heard of venture capital. The risky, high-stakes method has become increasingly popular among investors who are looking for a high payout. When companies such as Facebook and Airbnb were in...

When UNeTech posted its administrative projects associate role, nearly 30 candidates made it through the HR screening and landed on the desk of UNeTech entrepreneur in residence Stephen Hug. Hug and his colleagues had the difficult task of interviewing numerous...

Good news: exercise is good for your brain. I suppose that’s not exactly news—many of us have been told that exercise releases endorphins. Runners talk about a ‘high’ that they get after completing a great run. The connection between mental health and exercise has...

Entrepreneur in Residence – I really wasn’t sure what that meant when I wrote the job description. I didn’t know the responsibilities, the metrics for professional success, or even what the person holding that title did day to day. I’m just glad Stephen Hug’s on the...

UNeTech Institute is pleased to welcome Lamonte Russell as its new strategy & ventures manager. Russell joins UNeTech after a long career with the military, including roles with the US Army, the Department of Defense, and the Veterans Administration. He holds both...

Every startup needs at least one person to believe in the vision—and of course, they need some money, too. Angel investors—accredited investors who are willing to put their money into early-stage, risky, or unproven ventures—are known as angels for a reason. For...

UNeTech is pleased to announce that Jennifer Pool, MPA, joined the communications and outreach team as the new community outreach coordinator this month. With an extensive network of connections in the Omaha metropolitan area and a background in consulting with...

For centuries, intellectual property has been protected, allowing for new works of art, inventions, and technologies to thrive and for their creators to benefit. We have all seen the copyright notice in the front pages of our favorite books, or the trademark symbol...