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Joby Explores Deal to go Public
Rumors took flight this week of a possible IPO for Joby Aviation. Let us emphasize “rumors”. See the Reuters article below. There is more to this story than dust in the wind. Stay tuned for science and truth.
Biden's Executive Order To Boost Manufacturers
With the new Executive Order, the Biden-Harris Administration take immediate action to ensure a brighter future for American manufacturing companies across the nation and workers.
UCSC’s Connection with Presidential Science Adviser Eric Lander
Presidential Science Adviser Eric Lander was a key figure in the Human Genome Project. Lander and UCSC’s own David Haussler worked together as colleagues.
Recording: Protecting a New Venture's Intangible Assets
In this recorded webinar, Patrick Reilly of IP Society gives an overview will review various steps of intellectual property strategy in the context of a new venture's budgetary priorities.
Community Speed Investing Returns Quarterly
Our first Community Speed Investing event on December 10, 2020 was a huge success. And we saw investments in startups break records. Let’s shatter the records again in 2021.
Zero Motorcycles & Pando Moto - Limited Edition Collection
Zero Motorcycles and Pando Moto have joined forces in releasing a limited edition casual apparel collection for urban motorcyclists.
Digital NEST Founder to Serve as External Adviser to Chancellor
A leading voice in technology access and education, Jacob Martinez envisions UCSC as epicenter for social entrepreneurialism.
Keep Employees and Customers Safe During COVID with Ecpunch
In this interview with Francisco Rojas, Co-Founder at ecpunch, we learn about the new ecpunch app, a management solution that allows you to manage remote teams and to follow health and security routines.
Carnot Compression Moves to Field Testing
Carnot has been busy testing with their Freeze Design 3 “FD3” compressor in their Reno facility and will be moving to the field test phase with this unit in Q1 2021.
Renewable Energy System for Santa Cruz
Power utility shutoffs have become ever more common as a preventative measure to recurring and worsening natural crisis. What is the solution?
CruzHacks 2021 Winners and Top Projects
That’s a wrap on CruzHacks 2021! Find out more about the winners and their projects.
Innovations Series: Brutal Honesty
In this new chapter of our Innovation Series, LeBaron Meyers discusses the importance for all entrepreneurs to exercise “brutal honesty”.
Apple Watch Could Spot COVID-19 Symptoms Before it Strikes
Smartwatches such as Apple Watch could detect COVID-19 infections a week before the wearer feels sick or would test positive for the novel coronavirus, two medical studies suggest.
COVID-19 Mutations and You
A summary of what we learned about the new COVID-19 variants. There is a Borge Queen we need to defeat. Shields at maximum. Read, watch the recording, and be informed.
G Craig Vachon Joins SupplyShift as Head of Corporate Development
Check out this weeks Santa Cruz Works Lightning Interview with G Craig Vachon as we discuss more about SupplyShift and why he jumped on board.
StartUp Weekend: The $970 Million Story of Rover
From startup to success, learn more about Rover’s Techstars journey and top tips from founder Greg Gottesman.
12 Santa Cruz Startups to Watch in 2021
12 Santa Cruz startups are turning important visions into reality. Learn about their solutions, their strategies, and where the jobs are.
COVID-19 Funding Internship Opportunities for Students
Santa Cruz County’s Small Business Development Center and Cabrillo College collaborate to create opportunities and provide financial relief.
The Pearl Harbor of Cyber Attacks Goes Unnoticed
The biggest espionage attack in US history slipped under the radar of most Americans. It began in March 2020, but went unnoticed until December 2020. Yet, it was barely a blip in our daily news. Why?
Baskin School of Engineering Initiative to Support Community and Provide Experiential Learning
UCSC’s Baskin School of Engineering and the Tech4Good Lab partner to create a new program to support community engagement.

