On August 19, BioVentures welcomed researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and partners to UAMS for Innovation Day 2026, a day dedicated to connecting discovery with opportunity.

Throughout the day, attendees explored the pathways that help move ideas forward, from intellectual property and funding to industry partnerships, regulatory strategy and commercialization. Just as importantly, Innovation Day created space for new conversations, new connections and recognition of the people helping strengthen Arkansas’ innovation ecosystem.

Take a look back at some of the moments that made Innovation Day 2026 a success.