UNM Rainforest Innovations

06/18/2026

Researchers at the University of New Mexico, University of California – Berkeley, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have developed a promising phage-based therapy, to treat dysbiosis, but more specifically small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Learn more:

06/18/2026

Researchers at the University of New Mexico’s Institute for Space and Nuclear Power Studies (UNM-ISNPS) have trained two distinct machine-learning (ML) algorithms and successfully demonstrated their success for real-time control of the Very-Small, Long-Life, Modular (VSLLIM) microreactor. Learn more here:

06/17/2026

Applications are open for the Entrepreneur Bootcamp for Native American Veterans! Apply now through July 17th! Submit your application here: https://forms.gle/TyTJHYyF9rSvAHCu5

06/16/2026

Are you ready to go Beyond Success?
If you are, Leadership Coach, Scott Tafoya is facilitating an exciting opportunity starting on June 25th. This link has all the Beyond Success Roundtable Details & Free Registration!

06/10/2026

Researchers at the University of New Mexico have proposed the design of a smart, battery-powered educational board for computer logic design. Learn more:

06/08/2026

IPEC is hiring a Program Assistant (Food Distribution & Delivery Operations)!
Do you want work that matters? Are you passionate about supporting tribal communities, local food systems, and student nutrition programs across New Mexico and surrounding regions?
The Indigenous-led food systems team at IPEC is hiring a dedicated and dependable Program Assistant to help deliver fresh, locally sourced food products to tribally controlled schools, BIE schools, and community partners. This is more than a driving position - it's an opportunity to directly support food sovereignty, strengthen local agriculture, and build meaningful relationships with Native communities and producers.
Application link to apply:

Join Our Team - IPEC Program Assistant (Food Distribution & Delivery Operations) Do you want work that matters? Are you passionate about supporting tribal communities, local food systems, and student nutrition programs across New Mexico and surrounding regions? The Indigenous-led food systems team a...

06/04/2026

Researchers from the University of New Mexico have invented an integrated wireless surgical visualization and safety system designed to enhance the performance of current laparoscopic instruments. Learn more:

05/21/2026

Native American Business Roundtable: Doing Business With Government May 28, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Santa Fe Business Incubator

This month's Native American Business Roundtable focuses on government procurement, specifically, how Native-owned businesses can access contracts with city, county, and state agencies.

Four procurement decision-makers will be in the room and available for direct questions. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how contracting decisions are made and what steps to take to position their business for government work.
Free to attend. Lunch is included

Panelists
Christopher Crazy Bull - APEX Accelerator
Yuriria Morales-Mangone- New Mexico Economic Development Department
Bill Taylor, Procurement Manager - Santa Fe County
Travis Dutton-Leyda, Chief Procurement Officer - City of Santa Fe
Questions? Contact [email protected]

05/14/2026

Leadership is often a lonely road, especially when you're balancing growth with life’s demands.

On May 20th, CNM Ingenuity/ActivateNM is hosting an event at Q Station designed for "Cross-Pollination." Imagine an executive sharing legacy advice with a first-time founder, while that founder shares fresh perspectives on the future of work.

This is how we build the New Mexico ecosystem—together.

Join CNM Ingenuity/ActivateNM for a 3-stage interactive workshop. Space is limited to ensure high-quality small-group discussions. Register here:

Join us in person to boost growth, lead boldly, and balance life like a boss, ladies!

05/05/2026

A researcher at the University of New Mexico has addressed the need for a verified conceptual design for a molten salt-fueled fast microreactor that offers potential advantages: 1) simplified fuel fabrication; 2) enhanced negative feedback; 3) passive safety; and 4) online fission product removal. Learn more: