If there is poetry of reality, I suppose it would be written in the language of mathematics. Music is a good interpretation of it all. This is from the symphony of science. Enjoy!
The Federal Reserve's "Beige Book" (aka the "Summary of Commentary on Current Economic Conditions by Federal Reserve District") is to be released today. It can be found at: http://www.federalreserve.gov/.Continue
GTEC startup Evolugate LLC, the biotechnology company recognized for its unique technology that enables the evolution of microorganisms used in a variety of industrial applications, is proud to announce the appointment of Russell J. Howard and Terrance J. Bruggeman to its Advisory Board.
Terrance J. Bruggeman Bruggeman's extensive experience managing biotechnology companies, including Diversa, Inc. (now Verenium, Inc.) will be an asset to Evol… Continue
Added by Donna Foster on March 2, 2010 at 12:30pm —
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FL Gov. Crist will present his State of the State address today @ 5:30 p.m. It can be viewed @ the FL Legislature video link I posted yesterday. Continue
The Florida 2010 Regular Legislative Session begins Tuesday, 3/2/10, and is scheduled to end Friday, 4/30/10. Here are some useful links to follow the Session:
Plan to join us and enjoy a really elegant & fun event (April 10th) starting with a cocktail hour (all the beer/wine/beverages you can drink!), fabulous fresh food cooked by local chefs (Omi's), live jazz, valet pa
A business associate of mine sent me the video of David Heinmeier Hansson at Startup School 08 because I used to pepper him with subscription pricing models for selling software as-a-service. That was back in 2005, 06 and 07. I finally gave up when he wouldn't consider producing any of them and I could not compete in an enterprise marketplace. I think it is appropriate for this forum.
I can attest that an entrepreneur can get comfortable with just a few million in revenue each year, bu… Continue
Added by Ken Ewell on February 16, 2010 at 5:27pm —
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In case you missed the Chamber's event last night, here's a taste of the Innovation Gainesville plans unveiled. The big idea: Collaboratory for Connected Innovation.
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Added by Dan Rua on January 29, 2010 at 11:00am —
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First, please pray for John Marshall as he is under the weather with a cold.
Today, he said he wanted to donate his "gently used" stuffed animals to Haiti. He is very concerned about the people and children in Haiti. I mentioned that it would not be fair for some children to get teddy bears, and others, not.
I have created a "Teddy Bears for Haiti" group on Facebook. I would like to open this valiant mission up to all clergy, so they can rally the troops in their church, so that John Marshall'… Continue
Added by Tavane Griffith on January 24, 2010 at 8:54pm —
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The other day I had written a post about the semantics of critical thinking that was pretty well received. I included a model of the elements of critical thinking, created by the folks over at the Foundation for Critical Thinking. The next day I found a lot of email in my inbox from people I did not know. They were thanking my for posting the tool, so I thought I would post it here at… Continue
Added by Ken Ewell on January 16, 2010 at 9:11pm —
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Why Ask WiPower?
For road warriors who are tired of traveling with multiple battery charging devices for smartphones, digital music players, digital cameras, netbooks, and laptops, WiPower (short for wireless power) may have the answer.
WiPower's wireless charging technology allows users to simply lay their devices on a simple panel the size of a small mouse pad to get a charge. Plug the wireless charging station into a nearby outlet and devices with integrated power receivers wil… Continue
Added by Donna Foster on January 15, 2010 at 12:15pm —
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Hear from one of the Florida High Tech Corridor Council's Faces of Technology: Dr. Ryan Kern, President of Alachua-based Optima Neuroscience. Optima Neuroscience develops advanced technology that analyzes the complex electrical signals of the brain to very accurately detect and predict critical changes, allowing clinicians to alert staff and care providers so that they can intervene appropriately at the bedside.
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Added by Donna Foster on January 15, 2010 at 12:09pm —
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Hear from one of the Florida High Tech Corridor's Faces of Technology: Derek Lyons, Business Development Director of Gainesville-based Prioria Robotics. Prioria develops autonomous Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) whose embedded computerized processes for flying and maneuvering make smart airplane drones for military and commercial applications.
Check out the video - http://www.floridatechnologyjournal.com/… Continue
Added by Donna Foster on January 15, 2010 at 10:01am —
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Good ideas are a dime a dozen, or so the saying goes. But now a single good idea could be worth a million dollars.
Nokia has announced a million dollar venture challenge to encourage innovators to create a mobile product or service that raises the standard of living or enhances the lives of those in growth economies. The Growth Economy Venture Challenge is part of Nokia's global Calling All Innovators competition announced on January 7 at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
Announcing the Gro… Continue
Added by Donna Foster on January 15, 2010 at 9:58am —
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Check this out! Startups can apply for this funding now:
Intel News Release
NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Intel Capital leads venture capital industry commitment to invest $3.5 billion in U.S. companies.
Pledge by 17 corporations to increase hiring goals in 201…
This Group was created for attendees and presenters at the Celebration of Innovation Showcase 2010. This conference innovation allows people to meet each other in advance and continue discussions after the event. Introduce yourself...
Our Celebration of Innovation is a unique opportunity to see sixteen start-up companies in the areas of life sciences, medical devices, and information technology that are commercializing the latest in cutting-edge technologies generated as a result…
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Now you can show your support for Gig4GNV every day until the March 26 deadline. How? By adding the Gig4GNV twibbon to your Facebook, Twitter, GAIN-net and other profile pictures. Just go to http://twibbon.com/join/Gig4GNV-Think-Big-with-a-G…