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Innovation, technology transfer event set for Iowa City July 15

A multistate tour featuring discussions and information about the federal Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs will be held July 15 at the Sheraton Hotel in Iowa City. Program workers will …

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A Closer Look: Kirk Bjorland

Kirk Bjorland developed strong roots in Lamoni, where he grew up, graduated from Graceland University, served stints as city administrator and as mayor, and worked for Graceland as vice president for enrollment management, in student …

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INS expands carrier-grade network to N.E. Des Moines

Iowa Network Services has expanded its high-speed fiber optic network to northeastern Des Moines. The project connects portions of its existing fiber network in Ankeny and Des Moines with a new route along Delaware Avenue. …

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Technology Association aims to improve diversity

The Technology Association of Iowa has formed a committee to help increase diversity and inclusiveness in Iowa’s technology community. The committee aims to help people team up to create more access to high-skill, high-tech careers …

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ISU to establish Forensic Science Center

The U.S. Commerce Department has awarded Iowa State University up to $20 million to establish a Forensic Science Center of Excellence focused on pattern and digital evidence. The center will be a partnership with Carnegie Mellon University, the …

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Stemming Apathy

Mary Andringa is well-known in Iowa STEM circles, where some of the state’s best minds are looking for ways to encourage the study and application of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. She is CEO and …

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The Photo Issue: Seeking nominations

 

Do you know a business leader who has an interesting talent, hobby or skill?

 

We’re searching for the business leaders to feature photographically in the 2015 Photo Issue edition of the Business Record, …

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CenturyLink to expand 1 gigabit service

CenturyLink is moving to offer businesses in some areas Internet service that is 10 times faster than its previous offerings. The company had offered this speed before, but a new technology is extending the service …

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Gravitate session focuses on credit card fees for businesses

Michael Christl of C2C Enterprises will speak on how companies decide what they charge for credit card charge processing at noon Tuesday at Gravitate, 206 Sixth Ave. The free event is designed to “demystify the industry of …

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Friday Five: This week’s top business headlines

 

Minneapolis-based Medica to enter Iowa health insurance market

Iowans will have a new option for health insurance coverage in the individual market next year with the entry of Medica Health Plans, a Minneapolis-based regional …

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