Subject: Meet Pennovation's Newest Innovators
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Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:02:57 +0000
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M E M B E R  H I G H L I G H T :  A V I S I  T E C H N O L O G I E S
This year’s President’s Innovation Prize winners from the University of Pennsylvania have joined the host of researchers and entrepreneurs pushing the envelope in science, business, and technology at the Pennovation Center. The competition, which highlights Penn’s commitment to innovation, grants graduating seniors the resources needed to translate revolutionary ideas into commercial ventures with a positive and potentially global impact.
Brandon Kao (School of Engineering and Applied Science) and Rui Jing Jiang (Wharton Business School) were selected for their progress in developing a defense against glaucoma and tackling blindness with nanotechnology. The pair have since launched Avisi Technologies (Avisi), a pre-clinical medical devices startup that will go to work from a dedicated startup garage and lab bench within the Pennovation Center.

With their new accommodations and access to continued mentorship from the Penn Center for Innovation, Kao and Jiang will advance the development of VisiPlate, a nanoscale ocular implant designed to treat the second leading cause of blindness in the world: open-angle glaucoma.

S P E C I A L  A N N O U N C E M E N T -
J P O D @ P H I LA D E L P H I A  I S  N O W  A C C E P T I N G
A P P L I C A T I O N S !

Innovating in the City of Brotherly Love? Take your work to the next level by applying to become a JLABS resident, as part of the Johnson & Johnson Innovation partnership with Pennovation to accelerate healthcare innovation in the Philadelphia region. JLABS is looking for high-potential companies from diverse healthcare sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, consumer and digital health to become a part of JLABS. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/2KWVIVH.
R E C E N T   E V E N T S
Penn LPS Coding Bootcamp Graduation (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/news/penn-lps-coding-bootcamp-graduation-event-recap)
Summer 2018
Congratulations to the first cohort of graduates from Penn’s Coding Bootcamp!  On July 21st, 45 students received their certificates of completion from the 24-week program. Penn LPS Coding Boot Camp is offered through Penn’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies in collaboration with Trilogy Education Services. The program is designed to give adult learners in the Philadelphia area from all backgrounds and experience levels a pathway into the tech industry. Some members from the inaugural class have already transitioned into new careers. In addition to technical training, participants receive career planning assistance, networking opportunities and hands-on learning activities with employers. With evening and weekend classes that can be taken online or in-person at the Pennovation Center, the part-time program is designed to help working adults balance personal, professional and academic pursuits.
Second Annual Summer Concert at Pennovation - Featuring the Sun Ra Arkestra (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/news/second-annual-summer-concert-pennovation-featuring-sun-ra-arkestra-event-recap)
September 8, 2018
The 2nd Annual Pennovation Summer Concert, featuring the Sun Ra Arkestra, was a huge hit with longtime Philly music fans, as well as new Penn students. After a rousing opening from local percussion group, Music Over Matter (MOM), over 200 attendees listened and danced to the Arkestra's innovative and eclectic music. Thank you to everyone from Grays Ferry and the wider Philadelphia community who joined us for this wonderful evening!
U P C O M I N G   E V E N T S
PCIV 6th Annual Showcase (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/pennovation-center/calendar/pciv-6th-annual-showcase)
Thursday, September 13th
Join PCI Ventures for their 6th Annual Showcase and learn about the variety of companies that benefit from the services and expertise of the PCIV team.

Startup Grind with Brett Topche - Powered by Google for Entrepreneurs (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/pennovation-center/calendar/startup-grind-brett-topche-powered-google-entrepreneurs)
Thursday, September 20th
Join 1776 at the Pennovation Center for a fireside chat featuring Pennovation member, Brett Topche. Brett co-founded Red & Blue Ventures and has a decade and a half of venture capital and private equity experience. He has spent much of his career primarily focusing on investments in ecommerce, digital media, mobile applications, marketing technologies and B2B software.

Design Innovation Showcase at Pennovation - Design Philadelphia (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/pennovation-center/calendar/design-innovation-showcase-pennovation-design-philadelphia)
October 8th-13th
PennPraxis (http://www.design.upenn.edu/pennpraxis/about) , in collaboration with the Pennovation (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/)  Center (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/)  and PennDesign, (https://www.design.upenn.edu/)  presents the Design Innovation Showcase at Pennovation for Design Philadelphia 2018.

For a complete up to date listing of events, visit the Pennovation Works events and programs (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/pennovation-center#events-and-programs) calendar (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/pennovation-center#events-and-programs) .
P E N N O V A T I O N  I N  T H E  N E W S
From media highlights to event recaps - c (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/news) heck out the latest news on Where Ideas Go to Work! (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/news#page)
F I N D  A  H O M E  F O R  Y O U R  T E A M
W I T H  A  S T A R T U P  P O D  A T  P E N N O V A T I O N

In addition to bio labs, inventor garages, and beautiful office space, the Pennovation Center is now offering Startup Pods (shown below) to early stage companies that need their own, dedicated space, but are still looking for the flexibility and low cost benefits of coworking.

Startup Pods are designed for companies with 4-6 people who are excited about working in a coworking environment that encourages connections, conversations, and serendipity. With the amenities of an office, and the cost of a coworking desk, Startup Pods provide that perfect balance.
Schedule a tour today (https://www.pennovation.upenn.edu/news/build-your-startup-pod-pennovation-center)  to take advantage of our Startup Pod Special and explore the space that's the best fit for you!

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