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Michigan State University Research Foundation

Michigan State University Research Foundation

East Lansing, Michiganmsufoundation.org

Overview

Michigan State University Research Foundation is an independent, non-profit foundation that supports research and innovation at Michigan State University through grants, entrepreneurial programming, and early-stage venture investments in technology startups.

Year Founded

1973

Portfolio Companies

7

Investments

Michigan State University Research Foundation investments
CompanyDateStageLead
JupidApr 2026Pre SeedCo-investor
Adrenaline InteractiveApr 2026GrantCo-investor
Total Reentry SolutionsMar 2026Pre SeedCo-investor
General OrbitOct 2025SeedCo-investor
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Investment Activity

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FAQ

Where is Michigan State University Research Foundation based?

Michigan State University Research Foundation is headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, United States.

When was Michigan State University Research Foundation founded?

Michigan State University Research Foundation was founded in 1973.

How many portfolio companies does Michigan State University Research Foundation have?

Michigan State University Research Foundation has 7 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in Michigan State University Research Foundation's portfolio?

Recent investments visible on Caplight include Jupid, Adrenaline Interactive, Total Reentry Solutions, Adrenaline Interactive, General Orbit.

What was Michigan State University Research Foundation's most recent investment?

Michigan State University Research Foundation's most recent investment on Caplight was in Jupid in 2026.

What sectors does Michigan State University Research Foundation focus on?

Michigan State University Research Foundation focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer & Commerce, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, FinTech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability.

What company stages does Michigan State University Research Foundation focus on?

Stage focus information for Michigan State University Research Foundation is not publicly available.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersEast Lansing, Michigan
Year Founded1973

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