Celebrating a Global Triumph: Perseus Materials Wins Big at JEC World in Paris

In a momentous victory that underscores the global impact of East Tennessee’s tech entrepreneurial ecosystem, Perseus Materials, has emerged as one of the three total winners at the prestigious JEC World 2025 in Paris. Winning in the highly competitive category of “Process, Manufacturing, & Equipment,” Perseus Materials has not only brought international recognition to itself but has also highlighted the innovative spirit … Read More

Aluminairy’s Pilot Project Partnership with TVA

The UT Research Park at Cherokee Farm is proud to announce an exciting milestone for one of its Spark Innovation Center companies. Aluminiary, a cutting-edge startup with the idea of transforming new sustainable lighting solutions, is entering into a groundbreaking partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority. This first-of-its-kind agreement includes a $10,000 commitment from TVA toward a pilot project that furthers the innovative product development of Aluminiary. This is a first-of-its-kind partnership between a Spark Innovation Center company and TVA and further aligns with their mission to drive innovative solutions forward in the energy industry. A … Read More

DOE Awards a Spark Company in Voucher Program

The Spark Innovation Center hosted the Department of Energy’s Office of Tenchnology Transitions yesterday in a Voucher Announcement and Roundtable discussion event! Thank you to Chief Commercialization Officer, Director, Office of Technology Transitions, Dr. Vanessa Z. Chan and her team for making it out to Knoxville for this event, to Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon for attending, and to the Tennessee … Read More

It’s a New Year for New Day Diagnostics

Embracing the dawn of 2024, New Day Diagnostics is at the forefront of a healthcare revolution. Following a strategic merger and a game-changing asset purchase agreement, the Knoxville-based powerhouse, led by CEO Eric Mayer, is set to redefine diagnostics, focusing on expanding its portfolio to include over-the-counter solutions for various ailments. With a $15 million funding round underway, a commitment … Read More

McCallum Joins UT Research Park as Vice President

Rickey McCallum joined the UT Research Park as vice president on July 1. McCallum draws on his prior experience with the UT Foundation to help the park fulfill its mission to serve as a gateway for collaboration between the university and the private sector.