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the research and development of a managed pollination solution . The project is to create innovations to provide growers improved pollination and pest management solutions . Idaho is the largest producer of Alfalfa seed in the US , an import crop to the state .
Fiberguide was $ 260,435 for the development of a spectroscopic reflectometer . If you don ’ t understand what that is , don ’ t worry . Only the people who can actually pronounce those words can tell you what the machine is . For us common folk , it is a device which replaces anti-reflection films with anti-reflection surfaces . It essentially reduces the amount of reflection on a surface to get the optimal amount of light passing through . This machine will be the first of its kind .
Fiberguide was originally founded in New Jersey in 1977 but has been in the valley since 1988 . They provide efficient , cost-effective , practical fiber optic solutions sold on a global scale . Market globally , people come from around the world to see the facility in Caldwell . Getting a personal tour of the facility was incredible . The products being made are one-of-a-kind and are subject to several stages of testing to ensure that it is high quality and ready for market .
Dr . Devinder Saini , Vice-President of Fiberguide , initially heard about IGEM and suggested participation . He was meeting with
one of the professors on Boise State campus and was informed of the potential funding opportunity . “ For small companies like us this can make or break whether we move forward with something . So the IGEM program is amazing ,” said Patricia Seniw , President of Fiberguide . “ The IGEM committee has been great and I really love the whole idea around IGEM because it helps us develop . It helps us create jobs .”
Another great concept about IGEM is the facilitation of networking students ’ work with local companies in their field . Dr . Saini said he liked the program because “ it helps for students to know there is industry here , that there are potential jobs here instead of looking out of state .” The relationship between Fiberguide and Boise State is strong . Professors from the university have given seminars at Fiberguide . Dr . Saini has also given seminars at Boise State . Many Boise State students have interned at Fiberguide , including one who works there now .
IGEM has created a senergy which promotes emerging technology created by local businesses . Midway through its 5th year , IGEM will continue to award funding to businesses creating technological advancements as they have at Fiberguide and Kairosys . It is important to know where your tax dollars are going . After reading this article , I hope you can sleep a little easier tonight knowing it has been money well spent .
To learn more about IGEM visit igem . org
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