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Rothwell says AA, U-M integral part of Detroit region

Detroit Renaissance CEO Doug Rothwell talks with the Ann Arbor News about the importance of research universities to the state and Ann Arbor's interconnectedness to other communities, particularly Detroit, in Southeast Michigan.

Ypsi entreprenuer starts up bamboo clothing company

An Yspsilanti resident, Greg Napolitan, has started up a company called Bamboo Styles to design and sell environmentally-friendly bamboo clothing.

AA-based Aastrom on leading edge of stem cell product development

Stem cell research has progressed to the point where up to six products for adult treatments could be on the market in as soon as two years, including one from Ann Arbor-based Aastrom.

ShoreBank announces $12 million for new Detroit development

ShoreBank Enterprise Detroit will offer $12 million in grants and low-cost loans from the Ford and Knight foundations to help spur new development in the city.

Michigan offers new tax incentives to spur ‘angel’ investors

The state announced  a new Angel Investment Incentive program this week designed to stimulate the creation and growth of early stage technology companies in Michigan.

Ann Arbor, Scio Township work together to preserve farmland

The City of Ann Arbor and Scio Township are working together to purchase the development rights to a 180-acre Wing Farm in Scio Township to add to the city’s Greenbelt.

Ann Arbor adopts non-motorized transportation plan

The city of Ann Arbor recently created a non-motorized transportation plan to encourage non-motorized modes of transportation, such as pedestrians and bicyclists, in the Ann Arbor area.

Sign up! Model D’s free speaker event continues with Book-Cadillac talk

Model D — a sister publication to metromode that tells of Detroit's transformation — continues its free, monthly speaker event on Friday, Feb. 2, with a look at the Westin Book-Cadillac developments. Read on for more info, and click here to sign up.

Tech transfer process streamlined at U-M

U-M's Office of Technology Transfer has changed its policy regarding patent compensation for school employees and students. Previously, there was less incentive for inventors to pursue patents, as any compensation from an outside company meant forfeiting payment from the university.

Study: Auto suppliers major player in nation’s economy

A new study enumerates the significant impact that the motor vehicle supplies industry has to the nation's economy. The study, the first of its kind, will arm suppliers with proof of their import in negotiations with local, state and federal agencies.

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