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In the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), racial diversity remains an elusive goal despite decades of efforts aimed at increasing representation. Dr. Ebony O. McGee, a leading expert on race and structural racism within the traditional STEM ecosystem, is on a mission to change this narrative. Supported… Read More

Meet the Mentors Shaping the Future of Space InnovationIn the rapidly advancing frontier of space exploration, mentorship plays a pivotal role in guiding aspiring innovators. The Space Edge Accelerator is proud to present a group of extraordinary mentors who bring their wealth of expertise and passion to the program. Read More

The Wond’ry hosted an inspiring Fireside Chat featuring NFL Super Bowl champion and bestselling author Michael Oher, moderated by Joanna Moss from Team Arthur Brooks. Michael Oher’s journey from the Memphis housing projects to NFL glory is well-known, but his story extends… Read More

Vanderbilt alumnus Matthew Ingram has joined forces with his wife’s family in their mission to expand their chocolate venture, Chocolatepeque. Originating from a small village in Honduras, this enterprise is now actively expanding into the United States market, underpinned by a vision to scale the business while maintaining its… Read More

Vanderbilt, UF, UCF, and ASU partnering to offer training in the new space industry; applications close Sept. 8The Space-Edge Accelerator, an innovation-focused collaboration between Blue Origin,… Read More

The Nashville mayor’s office has joined with Vanderbilt University to launch a new initiative, the Nashville Innovation Alliance, designed to bring together public, private, civic and education institutions to collaborate on improving the region’s ecosystem for innovation and research.  Established by Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, the… Read More

The Nashville mayor’s office has joined with Vanderbilt University to launch a new initiative, the Nashville Innovation Alliance, designed to bring together public, private, civic and education institutions to collaborate on improving the region’s ecosystem for innovation and research.  Established by Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, the… Read More

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