Five Things: Tech, Talent and Transformation event with the Nebraska Chamber Foundation

Omaha and Lincoln market the region for ag and biotech with new AgWorks Corridor initiative

The Greater Omaha Chamber and Lincoln Chamber of Commerce are working together to give a brand to their region of 11 counties. By better telling the story of agriculture companies in Nebraska, they hope to bring global recognition and investment to the state.

Prairie Portraits: Rakesh Srivastava

The Prairie Portraits series features founders, funders and community builders from Nebraska's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

The do's and don’ts of SBIR / STTR federal funding for startups from NIH managers

UNeMed, the tech transfer organization for UNO and UNMC, capped off its Innovation Week with a virtual panel of program managers from various National Institutes of Health agencies. They discussed the SBIR/STTR federal funding program for startups and small businesses, and what entrepreneurs in Nebraska should know when applying.

A thank you to the community: SPN wins at UNeMed’s 2026 Innovation Awards

The tech transfer office for the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Omaha recognized Silicon Prairie News with the Innovation Champion of the Year award at its annual event. SPN’s team wanted to give thanks to UNeMed and the wider startup community in Nebraska.

Early-bird registration ends Nov. 30 for 2027 Nebraska Women in STEM Conference

The conference will focus on helping attendees develop leadership skills, feel more comfortable in STEM spaces and learn to navigate career changes.