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Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
FuzeHub Brings New York State Innovation Summit to Rochester October 29
Registration now open for the multi-day event that showcases the Empire State's latest disruptive technologies ROCHESTER, NY / / July 24, 2025 / The New York State Innovation Summit will return to the Rochester Riverside Convention Center on October 29-30. Presented by FuzeHub, in partnership with Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology & Innovation (NYSTAR), the New York State Innovation Summit is the premier gathering of technology leaders, manufacturers, researchers and entrepreneurs shaping the future of American innovation. Delivering the keynote addresses this year will be leaders from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory, SEMI Americas and Applied Materials, Inc. With more than 550 participants expected - including over 50 speakers and exhibitors - the summit will celebrate technology-led economic growth while providing an unparalleled platform for New York's companies and innovators to showcase products, forge strategic partnerships, and accelerate the commercialization of tomorrow's game-changing technologies. The ninth annual New York State Commercialization Competition will also take place, with companies throughout the state competing to demonstrate the potential of their technology or product - inspiring even more innovation from the halls of the summit. Summit attendees will hear from experts across a vast array of topics, including cell and gene therapy, AI, the future of glass as an advanced material, technology meeting fashion, venture capital, manufacturing advancements, and so much more. The 2025 keynote speakers are: Dr. Michael J. Hayduk, deputy director, information directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory. Attendees will hear from Dr. Hayduk, who has led the work of over 1,200 scientists, engineers, administrative and support personnel in his role, in addition to overseeing an annual budget of over $1.6 billion. He was also critical to opening an innovation technology hub outside of the security perimeter of the Information Directorate. Joe Stockunas, president, SEMI Americas. Stockunas joined SEMI - the global industry association with over a million professionals worldwide that unites the entire semiconductor, electronics and manufacturing and design supply chain-in 2022 to increase the value SEMI delivers to 3,000 member companies, direct North America services and drive programming. He is also an advocate for the microelectronics industry as part of the company's global leadership team, which he'll discuss at the conference. Dr. Omkaram Nalamasu, Ph. D., senior vice president and chief technology officer, Applied Materials, Inc. Dr. Nalamasu leads the development of disruptive products to address new markets and businesses in partnership with the broader technology system. He has built an impressive team to support Applied Materials' leadership in materials engineering, has earned recognition among his peers as a world-renowned expert in materials science, and is one of the industry's most respected forward-thinkers. "For six years and counting, the New York State Innovation Summit has attracted the most impressive leaders, companies and researchers who are at the forefront of emerging technologies and game-changing discoveries in the Empire State," said FuzeHub Executive Director Elena Garuc. "The greater Rochester region is deeply rooted in the history of American manufacturing and ingenuity, which makes it a natural meeting place to convene the state's ecosystem of innovation professionals as we continue to foster collaborations that shape the future." FuzeHub, which serves as the statewide center of the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NY MEP), has organized the New York State Innovation Summit for the last six years as part of its enduring commitment to fostering innovation, technology development, and breakthroughs in manufacturing across the state. Born from the longstanding tradition of uniting NYSTAR-supported innovation resources, the summit has grown into a dynamic forum where critical conversations about technology convergence, emerging markets, and manufacturing excellence take center stage. New York's brightest minds don't just discuss the future of innovation at this event-they actively create it, fostering progress and positioning the Empire State as a global leader in the technologies that matter most. The annual summit ignites new conversations about the latest market trends, opportunities, challenges and solutions - ultimately propelling New York's innovation ecosystem forward," said NYSTAR Executive Director Ben Verschueren. "It's the largest gathering of our ecosystem every year, and we are looking forward to being part of it once again alongside our partners at FuzeHub to celebrate the cutting-edge ideas that can impact communities far beyond our state. To follow the latest 2025 New York State Innovation Summit speaker updates and to register, visit All industry professionals - from startups to established manufacturers - are invited to participate. About FuzeHub FuzeHub is a not-for-profit organization that connects New York's small to medium-sized manufacturing companies to the resources, programs, and expertise they need for technology commercialization, innovation, and business growth. Through our custom assessment, matching, and referral platform, we help companies navigate New York's robust network of industry experts at Manufacturing Extension Partners centers, universities, economic development organizations, and other providers. FuzeHub is the statewide New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program (MEP) center, supported by Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology & Innovation. For more information on FuzeHub, visit Media ContactJohn Mackowiakjmackowiak@ SOURCE: FuzeHub View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Miami Herald
24-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
With Statewide Initiative, FuzeHub Advances Bid to Establish Upstate New York as Next-Generation Microelectronics Manufacturing Hub
Upstate Makes champions glass packaging as part of NSF Regional Innovation Engines proposal, spearheads development of a glass innovation and training hub June 25 event to explore New York's unique capabilities for next-gen, glass-based microelectronics - register here ALBANY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 24, 2025 / FuzeHub, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting New York State manufacturers and technology companies, and a robust coalition of industry, academic and government partners have announced a strategic commitment through their collaborative Upstate Makes initiative to further explore the power of glass as an innovative advanced material to strengthen the U.S. microelectronics industry. This collaborative endeavor-a key element of FuzeHub's proposal for the National Science Foundation's Regional Innovation Engines Competition (NSF Engines)-aims to make Upstate New York a next-generation microelectronics manufacturing hub. Last year, FuzeHub-led Upstate Makes was awarded $1 million through the Regional Innovation Engines Development Awards to cultivate new partnerships and nurture the state's materials innovation ecosystem. Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) furthered the impact of the NSF award with a $200,000 matching grant. Over the last year, Upstate Makes has expanded its project partners and gained significant validation from industry and academic leaders across New York State. With Upstate Makes' new strategic commitment and the region's historic strength in glass production, Upstate New York is uniquely equipped to deliver new innovations in glass for microelectronics manufacturing-which will directly contribute to America's manufacturing competitiveness and national defense. "For more than a decade, we've seen glass discussed as a replacement material - and now, with leading-edge design, 6G wireless, and the demands of AI, it's more important than ever to focus on investing in glass packaging in the semiconductor industry," said FuzeHub Executive Director Elena Garuc. "Our region is uniquely positioned to make this vision of a world-renowned next-gen microelectronics manufacturing hub a reality, and we're confident in our decision to focus on glass in our next steps for the Upstate Makes initiative." Last month, FuzeHub submitted its refined and expanded Upstate Makes proposal for the NSF Engines funding program. It was one of just 71 teams across the U.S. that was asked to submit a proposal-which could secure significant federal funding for the Upstate region. Upstate Makes Partner Commitments, Vision for Glass Innovation Hub The Upstate Makes coalition has grown to over 60 partners, ranging from materials science research labs and semiconductor industry leaders to entrepreneurial support centers and workforce development organizations. Spread across five metro areas in Upstate New York, this collection of partners will continue to pursue new innovations to strengthen U.S. microelectronics manufacturing and develop the workforce necessary for jobs in the industry. A list of contributing partners is available at As part of its strategic initiatives, Upstate Makes is spearheading the development of a glass innovation and training hub in Upstate New York. This hub will offer a one-stop solution for industry partners, equipped with high-volume manufacturing (HVM) tools and infrastructure that support collaborative R&D and packaging innovation as well as workforce training. By fostering cross-sector partnerships and providing access to advanced manufacturing capabilities, the center aims to significantly reduce the time and cost of bringing new glass packaging technologies to market. "Upstate New York is truly one of the only regions in the world with the capabilities and resources to achieve the vision outlined in the Upstate Makes proposal," said Nicholas Fahrenkopf, NY CREATES Director and Technical Director of the Northeast Regional Defense Technology Hub (NORDTECH). NORDTECH is an Upstate Makes partner and a designated U.S. Microelectronics Commons hub. "With the potential to leverage federal investment through programs like NSF Engines, Upstate Makes can drive our region's microelectronics industry forward, strengthen American manufacturing, and bolster our national security." Supporting National Security, Manufacturing Competitiveness The Upstate Makes initiative is also advancing efforts to contribute to national defense. For example, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has multiple critical applications for high-performance chips-ranging from fighter jet control systems to intelligence data analysis-where glass is an ideal solution to minimize power loss and improve semiconductor speed. The expertise in glass and microelectronics from Menlo Micro, Mosaic Microsystems and other industry partners can specifically foster this type of innovation. Further, Griffiss Institute will create experiential learning programs for college and post-doctoral students that provide pathways to obtain security clearances and prepare them to contribute directly to Department of Defense applications. These programs reflect Griffiss Institute's commitment to developing national security talent through nontraditional STEM education and real-world engagement. As a Partnership Intermediary Agreement (PIA) holder with the Air Force Research Laboratory Information Directorate (AFRL), Griffiss Institute also brings unique access to plan and support the transition of dual-use technologies, such as those in the emerging areas. "Menlo Micro's glass-based device, developed largely in Upstate New York, is addressing key RF, power and defense applications," said Aric Shorey, VP of Glass Technologies and Government Affairs at Menlo Micro. "We are part of the high-performance computing and AI supply chain and addressing several applications important to National Defense. There is significant potential to expand through advanced glass packaging that can be accelerated through initiatives driven by Upstate Makes." "Domestically and sustainably, sourced glass has the potential to become an economic and technological runway for U.S.-based microsystems packaging in both commercial and defense applications," added Jeff Fitzgerald, Technology Development Manager at FAST Labs™ BAE Systems, Inc. June 25 Event: Global Leadership in Next-Gen, Glass-Based Microelectronics Upstate Makes is leading an online event on Wednesday, June 25, to dive deeper into New York State's unique capabilities and the collaborative efforts underway to establish global leadership in next-generation, glass-based microelectronics. To register, visit To learn more about how to get involved, visit About FuzeHub FuzeHub is a not-for-profit organization that connects New York's small to medium-sized manufacturing companies to the resources, programs, and expertise they need for technology commercialization, innovation, and business growth. Through our custom assessment, matching, and referral platform, we help companies navigate New York's robust network of industry experts at Manufacturing Extension Partners centers, universities, economic development organizations, and other providers. FuzeHub is the statewide New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program (MEP) center, supported by Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology & Innovation. For more information on FuzeHub, visit Not Export Controlled per ES-FL-050635-0044 Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited Media Contact John Mackowiakjmackowiak@ SOURCE: FuzeHub
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Clarkson University secures $65K grant for PFAS water solution
POTSDAM, N.Y. (WWTI) – Clarkson University is getting a grant for water solutions. In an announcement from FuzeHub, Clarkson will be getting a $65,000 grant for a project to deal with forever chemicals in water. Clarkson University makes history in appointing first woman president The project will accelerate RemWell's development of a third-generation, production-ready technology to destroy harmful PFAS – also known as 'forever chemicals' – in contaminated groundwater. With support from FuzeHub and Clarkson University, RemWell will enhance its underground ultrasonic reactor, improve durability, and optimize the design for manufacturing. These advancements will enable large-scale deployment of the technology while creating new high-tech manufacturing jobs. FuzeHub, a not-for-profit organization providing small to medium-sized manufacturers with guided access to an extensive network of industry experts, programs, and resources to solve business growth challenges, is excited to announce the 6 collaborative project award recipients of grants through the Jeff Lawrence Innovation Fund. We are excited to support awardees whose inspired ideas and collaborative efforts embody some of the best of New York State's innovative community. These grants represent more than funding – they're a powerful investment in the partnerships and ingenuity that move breakthrough technologies from concept to real life. It's inspiring to see what's possible when people come together with the shared goal of building a better future. Patty Rechberger, Innovation Fund Manager at FuzeHub The Innovation Fund, consisting of more than $1 million annually, serves as a pathway to technology transfer, adoption and implementation of new manufacturing processes, and the creation of enhanced products and services. It is made possible through funding and support from Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR). Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
