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The US Patent and Trademark Office encourages kids and young adults to invent through InventNow.org.

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Medical Technology Innovations Originate from University Program

IRhythm Technologies is one of several medical-devices firms started by
graduates of the Stanford University Biodesign Innovation Program, which
teaches how to invent, use and market new medical technologies.

Quiz

Innovative ideas come from both large and small companies.

A. True
B. False

Learn More: Small Business Plays a Big Role in Innovation

Remanufacturing — restoring used machine parts to like-new condition — is a

A. Benefit to the environment
B. Boost to global development
C. Good business practice
D. All of the above

Learn More: Equipment Maker Caterpillar Works to Spare Environment

Women in the United States hold approximately how many patents?

A. 500
B. 5000
C. 50,000
D. 250,000

Learn More: Women Deserve More Credit for Their Inventions, Author Says

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Immigrant Entrepreneurs

Enthusiastic and inspired immigrants find the United States to be fertile ground for their high-tech aspirations.

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