Taking a few jabs at Washington, Gov. Jim Doyle makes the case for his alternative fuels plan. In what he is labeling a "Declaration of Energy Independence," the governor is calling for 25 percent of the state's power and 25 percent of its transportation fuels...
Madison may be a long way from becoming the electronic gaming capital of the world, but local industry experts believe the potential exists here, and perhaps statewide, for another technology industry to take root and grow....
Courtships that began at a San Jose scientific showcase will continue as Platypus Technologies seeks marketing and distribution partners for a new line of research tools. The Fitchburg biotech already has attracted $16 million in government grants and angel investments, and is looking for an...
Kyron Clinical Imaging has received the FDA's benediction for its latest brain imaging technology, and plans to immediately market the product to hospitals and healthcare providers. The Prism line of imaging products allows physicians to reduce post-surgical complications with improved pre-treatment mapping....
An infusion of outside capital will help Frozen Codebase Productions, a Green Bay video game designer, continue to develop prototype games for the arcade market....
Several Chippewa Valley companies stand to gain from a $46 million defense appropriation secured by Congressman David Obey. The allocations must still be approved by the U.S. Senate and President Bush....
Columnist Chris Shipley offers up three perfect summer "reads" that will provide something interesting, insightful, and entertaining to take to the beach. The topics of these page-turners include brand marketing, business innovation, and some lighter fare in the form of a Silicon Valley murder mystery....
Seven Chippewa Valley start-up businesses are vying for cash and perhaps a low-interest loan as part of the Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation's "Create Your Own Business Plan" competition. The winner will be announced in September. ...
When municipalities get into the wireless Internet business, is their success guaranteed? An informal survey of Madison coffee shop regulars and air travelers provided some insight into consumer preferences....
By the year 2025, Gov. Jim Doyle wants the state to produce 25 percent of its electricity and transportation fuel from renwewable sources. He outlined his goals in two campaign stops, including one at Virent Energy Systems in Madison....