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BioVentures to Join the UAMS Showcase of Medical Discoveries 

Join us on October 22, from 4–6 PM at the Jack Stephens Spine Institute (12th Floor) for the next UAMS Showcase of Medical Discoveries, focused on UAMS intellectual property and innovations.  The event will feature technologies developed by UAMS researchers and supported through BioVentures, offering a look at discoveries with the potential to improve health […]

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Immersive Distraction Therapy: A New Way to Reduce Surgical Anxiety 

What’s the problem? Some neurosurgical procedures require patients to remain awake and responsive. These procedures can cause significant anxiety, making it difficult for patients to perform cognitive or motor tasks critical for surgical success.  What does this technology do? This patent covers an immersive distraction apparatus that integrates with a surgical head frame to deliver virtual reality experiences during awake surgeries.

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BioVentures Awarded NIH Grant to Launch CADET Program for Cancer Researchers 

BioVentures, in collaboration with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has been awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to launch the Cancer and Developing Entrepreneurial Technologies (CADET) program. Administered by BioVentures, CADET is designed to equip cancer researchers with the entrepreneurial principles and mentorship needed to translate laboratory discoveries

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438: Why Repair Is Easier Than Manufacturing: Inside Upkept’s Disruptive Vision

Summary On this episode of Startup Junkies, Robin Atkinson, founder and CEO of Upkept Inc., shares her fascinating entrepreneurial journey, which began in the nonprofit arts sector before evolving into building a tech-driven apparel repair company. Hosted by Daniel Koonce and Caleb Talley, this lively conversation dives into Robin’s unique approach to solving consumer challenges

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Startup Junkie Announces Events to Kick Off 2026

Startup Junkie Announces Events to Kick Off 2026 Startup Junkie kicks off 2026 with two events to help entrepreneurs launch, grow, and connect in NWA Join us this January FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Startup Junkie is kicking off 2026 with two in-person events designed to help entrepreneurs take action on their ideas, strengthen their fundamentals, and

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437: How Startups Are Bringing Transparency and AI Innovation to Land Acquisition with Acres

Summary In this week’s episode of Startup Junkies, Maddison Tailor and Audrey Hickox join hosts Caleb Talley and Daniel Koonce to share the genesis and growth of Acres.com, a platform revolutionizing land acquisition and management. Acres began as an internal solution to disjointed and complicated land deal processes. Recognizing shared pain points with clients, the

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