In today's world of mass production, many products seem to be manufactured in other parts of the world. Louisiana Tech University is showcasing products and ideas created in north Louisiana.
"You've probably heard it said that we don't make anything in America anymore, and that it's all made somewhere else -- and there is some truth to that. But here in north Louisiana we make a lot of things, and we decided that we wanted to put together a calendar of activities and events showing off things that people make," explains Chief Innovation Officer Dr. Dave Norris.
The events stretch from April 14 to May 18, and features works from fields as diverse as the arts, sciences, architecture, and business. One innovative exhibit came about as a collaboration between artist, and bio-medical engineers.
The New Frontiers Digital Painting gallery consists of leading-edge digital painting technology for medical illustrations. Another event, the "I-20 Top 20," highlights new products and start-ups being developed right here in north Louisiana.
"Part of the bigger picture is connecting and networking makers in the I-20 corridor, people that are interested in making new things and products and bring them out into the market. There's really been a renaissance around the world in the last few years," says Norris.
For more information, including a full list of events, visit the Innovation Enterprise at Louisiana Tech.
