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Northwest Arkansas Community College is a full-service community college in Bentonville, Arkansas, that offers transfer and professional academics, remedial and advanced programs, college life activities and a full range of student services. Academics include professional degrees in healthcare and business, such as: * Marketing * Nursing * Physical Therapy * Respiratory Therapy Other programs of study include transfer degrees in the arts and sciences, such as: * Drama * Film * Fine Arts * International Languages * Environmental Regulation * Psychology * Sociology High-performing degree candidates also have the option of enrolling in the school’s honors program. North Arkansas Community College has an adult education division, as well, which offers GED-prep and classes in ESL and Computer Literacy. Student life activities are available to students in all divisions. Some examples of these activities include performing arts clubs, academic and professional clubs and other types of student organizations. The career services division sponsors a range of activities, including career readiness workshops, job fairs and on-campus recruiting seminars. They also provide career counseling and job-search assistance. Most programs have an open admissions policy, which allows anyone with a high school diploma or GED to enroll, simply by filling out an admissions application. Healthcare programs have additional requirements. Students may receive academic, departmental and other types of scholarships, as well as federal financial aid awards like grants and loans.

The Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I³R) at the University of Arkansas is a new model of public research and economic development. It works with commercial, philanthropic, non-profit, and governmental organizations to deliver positive societal impact by bringing the discoveries of the future to the world in real-time.

FR8relay is an Arkansas-based technology company focused on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of the trucking logistics industry. The company has developed a fleet management platform that employs patented routing technology to transform traditional long-haul trucking practices by minimizing downtime in supply chains. Its platform automates workflows, facilitates online freight brokerage to connect shippers with carriers, and offers a management system tailored for small to medium-sized trucking companies. Through these innovations, FR8relay enables clients to optimize their operations and significantly reduce the manual workload involved in logistics management. The company is supported by various governmental agencies and has participated in a program aimed at fostering machine learning startups.

SIEV Technologies develops a catalytic membrane technology that will convert biomass waste into useful bio-products. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

The University of Arkansas, located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is distinguished by its rich tradition known as Senior Walk, a network of sidewalks engraved with the names of over 150,000 graduates spanning nearly 140 years. This tradition reflects the institution's commitment to its students and their achievements. Additionally, the university manages an endowment fund, with its assets governed and overseen by an executive management team, further supporting its mission of providing quality education and resources to its student body.

Lapovations is a healthcare company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It focuses on the development and manufacturing of innovative medical devices specifically designed for laparoscopic surgery. The company's mission is to redefine laparoscopy by creating devices that minimize invasiveness, simplify surgical procedures, and enhance patient outcomes. Through its cutting-edge technology, Lapovations aims to enable medical professionals to perform surgeries with greater safety and efficiency.

Zebra Analytix, Inc. specializes in the development and commercialization of miniature gas chromatography systems utilizing microelectromechanical systems technology licensed from Virginia Tech University. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the company offers products such as the Zebra-GC Model L and Modular Zebra-GC Model M, along with micro pre-concentrators. These systems are designed to provide rapid and portable analysis of volatile compounds, making them suitable for applications in various industries including food and beverage quality control, environmental monitoring, pharmaceuticals, and energy sectors. Additionally, Zebra Analytix offers services such as column refurbishment and custom designs tailored for specific research needs. The company's innovative technology features microfabricated chips that allow for multi-channel separations, significantly enhancing the efficiency and versatility of gas analysis.

Lapovations is a healthcare company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It focuses on the development and manufacturing of innovative medical devices specifically designed for laparoscopic surgery. The company's mission is to redefine laparoscopy by creating devices that minimize invasiveness, simplify surgical procedures, and enhance patient outcomes. Through its cutting-edge technology, Lapovations aims to enable medical professionals to perform surgeries with greater safety and efficiency.

With more than 120 years of history behind it Ouachita Baptist University has established itself as one of Arkansas’ older private universities. Located near some of Arkansas’ most scenic spots in Arkadelphia, Ouachita also offers a naturally beautiful location in which to get a spiritual and academic education. A bachelor’s degree granting school, Ouachita Baptist awards degrees across many disciplines. Some of Ouachita’s departments include: *School of Business *School of Christian Studies *School of Fine Arts *School of Humanities *School of Education *School of Natural Sciences Committed to living the teachings of the Bible in all areas of life, Ouachita encourages exploration and application of Christian teachings both in and out of the classroom. One can get a degree in an academic area of interest or in a practical professional field, but ultimately always maintain a connection to faith and spirituality. Those who are interested in applying for admission will need to fill out an application online and submit transcripts and SAT scores. Prospective students should also have a commitment to Christianity and Christian education. Financial aid is awarded through three sources to students who meet financial eligibility and other requirements. There is federal aid. which includes Pell grants and loans, state grants and private funding sources. Those interested in federal aid will need to fill out a FAFSA, the application for federal aid.

OsteoVantage, Inc. specializes in developing osteogenic spinal instrumentation technology aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes for spinal fusion procedures. Founded in 2012 and based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the company offers OsteoHeal, a product designed for treating spinal injuries. Its innovative, patent-pending technology focuses on creating next-generation medical devices that minimize pain, increase mobility, and improve clinical results for patients suffering from back injuries, fractures, degenerative diseases, and various orthopedic, craniomaxillofacial, and dental disorders. OsteoVantage's metal hardware is engineered for mechanical stabilization and anchoring, effectively delivering osteogenic electrical stimuli to the affected areas, thereby promoting healing and recovery.

SurfTec was founded to develop a novel low-friction, durable coating developed at the University of Arkansas. This technology enables the use of PTFE coatings that are exceptionally thin in applications that are traditionally off-limits for fluoropolymer coatings due to wear, operating conditions, or decomposition of conventional resin binders. We are currently seeking partnerships in the development process and are interested in learning more about your application needs.

OsteoVantage, Inc. specializes in developing osteogenic spinal instrumentation technology aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes for spinal fusion procedures. Founded in 2012 and based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the company offers OsteoHeal, a product designed for treating spinal injuries. Its innovative, patent-pending technology focuses on creating next-generation medical devices that minimize pain, increase mobility, and improve clinical results for patients suffering from back injuries, fractures, degenerative diseases, and various orthopedic, craniomaxillofacial, and dental disorders. OsteoVantage's metal hardware is engineered for mechanical stabilization and anchoring, effectively delivering osteogenic electrical stimuli to the affected areas, thereby promoting healing and recovery.

WattGlass is a startup company based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The company was founded to commercialize a novel nanoparticle glass coating developed at the University of Arkansas. The coating technology was invented by our CEO during his PhD research at the University of Arkansas and WattGlass has secured an exclusive license and overseen the filing of a PCT patent application in March 2014. The ongoing research at WattGlass has resulted in the development of additional patent filings related to our core technology.

The Arkansas Science & Technology Authority (the Authority) was created by statute in 1983. The mission of the Authority is to advance the talent and innovation necessary for Arkansas to prosper. With a vision to see Arkansas prepared to compete and prosper in the global economy, the Authority addresses strategies to promote scientific research; technology development; business innovation; and math, science, and engineering education.

Silicon Solar Solutions is an Arkansas based startup with a patent portfolio targeting the largest pain in the solar industry. The high cost of materials is limiting market adoption and manufacturers are seeking innovative methods to cut costs. The solution is to use less material and increase the power generated by solar cells. Their large grain polysilicon technology does exactly that and has applications in wafer-based and thin-film devices.

OsteoVantage, Inc. specializes in developing osteogenic spinal instrumentation technology aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes for spinal fusion procedures. Founded in 2012 and based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the company offers OsteoHeal, a product designed for treating spinal injuries. Its innovative, patent-pending technology focuses on creating next-generation medical devices that minimize pain, increase mobility, and improve clinical results for patients suffering from back injuries, fractures, degenerative diseases, and various orthopedic, craniomaxillofacial, and dental disorders. OsteoVantage's metal hardware is engineered for mechanical stabilization and anchoring, effectively delivering osteogenic electrical stimuli to the affected areas, thereby promoting healing and recovery.

CardioWise, Inc. is a company focused on developing and commercializing heart analysis software that enhances the evaluation of cardiac health. Founded in 2010 and based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, CardioWise offers a non-invasive cardiac CT analysis software known as SQuEEZ, which generates a quantified 4D image model of the human heart. This software allows for a quantitative diagnostic assessment of the heart by utilizing high-resolution cardiac CT scan data acquired in a single heartbeat. By leveraging cloud-based technology, CardioWise provides cardiologists and patients with easy-to-interpret 3D color maps of heart function accessible from any mobile device through a secure portal. The company's goal is to simplify the diagnosis of heart disease, improve standards of cardiac care, and reduce healthcare costs globally, while also increasing the accuracy of diagnoses and enabling timely interventions.