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Massachusetts Is the Best State for Technology and Science, Says Milken Institute article
Massachusetts Is the Best State for Technology and Science, Says Milken Institute
New index uses 105 metrics to determine state knowledge economies
Nov 12, 2020
Do ‘Most Powerful Women’ Lists Exacerbate the Problem? article
Do ‘Most Powerful Women’ Lists Exacerbate the Problem?
The loss of Ruth Bader Ginsburg presents an opportunity to reflect on the great impact one life can
make on the world., Each time we offer or accept an accolade based on gender, race, or sexual orientation, we are feeding into the troublesome way of thinking that landed us with such inequality in the first place. , Until we stop focusing on attributes like gender and placing women in ranked competition, we will not truly level the playing field.
Oct 14, 2020
Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses Deserve Impact Investing and Financial Leverage Now, Not Later article
Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses Deserve Impact Investing and Financial Leverage Now, Not Later
In late March, it was clear that the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic shutdown would tri
gger a small business crisis., As the pandemic forces us all to change the way we live and the way we work, perhaps we now have the opportunity to broadly adopt some of the great models created by innovators across philanthropy and finance., Let’s scale financial institutions committed to small businesses by providing them equity infusions and access to liquidity. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) held out hope, but it failed on many levels for MWBEs and the populations they represent.
Sep 23, 2020
Why Coronavirus Demands Women’s Leadership article
Why Coronavirus Demands Women’s Leadership
, In this highly uncertain time, empathy is one of the few things leaders can control. When we feel
for others, our blinders fade, we welcome diverse perspectives, and we are able to make informed decisions rather than operating in silos.,
Apr 22, 2020
Racism Never Solves the Problem article
Racism Never Solves the Problem
“Go back to China.” That’s a phrase that I’ve heard countless times while growing up in the US and e
ven through adult life. It’s also been uttered during this current COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic., Has the pandemic caused all of this anti-Asian sentiment? No. Last I checked, racism wasn’t one of the symptoms of COVID-19. , Has the pandemic caused all of this anti-Asian sentiment? No. Last I checked, racism wasn’t one of the symptoms of COVID-19.
Jun 17, 2020
Embracing Diversity Is Critical as We Face Today’s Challenges Together article
Embracing Diversity Is Critical as We Face Today’s Challenges Together
We must look out for each other in this time of need. We all share this responsibility., If we learn
to put aside our racial and religious prejudices, what a wonderful world it would be. , We miss out when we dismiss others based on their cultural background or ethnicity. As a Eurasian girl from Hong Kong, I have seen firsthand how quickly others may make assumptions or reject a person based on their appearance, race
Oct 6, 2020
Dementia Exacts Heaviest Toll on Women: New Milken Institute Report Quantifies the Direct and Indirect Economic Effects of Cognitive Loss article
Dementia Exacts Heaviest Toll on Women: New Milken Institute Report Quantifies the Direct and Indirect Economic Effects of Cognitive Loss
LOS ANGELES—Dementia presents a pernicious gender-based health disparity in the United States, infli
cting a disproportionate burden on women as both patients and caregivers.
Mar 1, 2016
New Study Highlights Nebraska's Position in Technology and Science article
New Study Highlights Nebraska's Position in Technology and Science
LOS ANGELES — Investments in science and technology — from higher education to industry research and
development — are the decisive factors in creating a sustainable economic future, a new study from the Milken Institute finds.
Apr 1, 2014
Who's Number One in Technology and Science? Massachusetts, California, Colorado, Maryland, Virginia Lead Milken Institute Index article
Who's Number One in Technology and Science? Massachusetts, California, Colorado, Maryland, Virginia Lead Milken Institute Index
LOS ANGELES — In Colorado, Gov. Bill Owens recently redirected $50 million in state funds to a new C
olorado Venture Capital Authority to provide capital to businesses throughout the state.
Apr 1, 2014
Milken Institute Releases 2008 State Technology and Science Index at BIO, June 19th article
Milken Institute Releases 2008 State Technology and Science Index at BIO, June 19th
The Milken Institute will release its 2008 State Technology and Science Index at a press conference
on June 19th at the annual BIO International Convention in San Diego.
Apr 1, 2014
Massachusetts maintains lead as nation's top state in technology and science, according to Milken Institute article
Massachusetts maintains lead as nation's top state in technology and science, according to Milken Institute
SAN DIEGO — Massachusetts, which just passed a $1-billion life sciences bill to invest in high-tech
infrastructure and research and development over the next 10 years, is in the best position of any state to achieve high-quality economic growth thanks t
Apr 1, 2014
Massachusetts leads U.S. in technology and science, Milken Institute index shows; Brain drain and budget cuts threaten many states' competitiveness, ability to create jobs article
Massachusetts leads U.S. in technology and science, Milken Institute index shows; Brain drain and budget cuts threaten many states' competitiveness, ability to create jobs
(LOS ANGELES) With competition rising from abroad and federal funding increasingly scarce, states ar
e looking to their own innovation assets as a way to grow and sustain a 21st century economy.
Apr 1, 2014