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3 Mompreneurs Who Stumbled on Innovative Success
These three women saw a niche and sought their own solutions, leading to successful products.
15-Year-Old Entrepreneur Looks to Disrupt Sugary Drinks Market
Recent Shark Tank contestant infuses some 'sweet' innovation in his product that seeks to replace soda and sports beverages.
Have an Idea for the Cokes or Apples of the World? 6 Ways to Get Their Attention.
Pitching a product at one of these mega companies isn't as daunting as you may think.
Inventing Can Be Fun, and Profitable. Here's How to Get Started.
Take your idea from a thought to product in five steps.
This Night Light Inventor Raised a Quarter Million Dollars on Kickstarter
A professional electrician came up with an alternative to the night light. And people are going crazy for his invention.
Re-Making Manufacturing in the United States
Cheap labor in China, Indonesia and India pushed the bulk of mass manufacturing overseas, but the U.S. is emerging competitive in a newer, more sophisticated kind of manufacturing.
These Entrepreneurs Raised Almost $40,000 for Their 'No-Sock' Socks
Two brothers from Idaho have come up with an alternative to the sock that prevents your shoes from stinking and still gives you a stylish, no-sock look.
How to Take Advantage of the "First-to-File" Patent System
There were big changes last year to who acquires protection. Here are answers to four common questions.
How This Entrepreneur Cut Into an Industry of Billion-Dollar Goliaths
Todd Greene's head-shaving razor is holding its own in an industry cornered by multinational giants with a design that's featured in the permanent collection at New York's Museum of Modern Art.
American Heart Association Using Crowdfunding to Find Next Big Thing in Health
The American Heart Association is using crowdfunding to find innovative technologies that can assist in improving cardiovascular health across the U.S.
The 10 Must-Have Ingredients for a Successful Invention
While many people believe they have the next million-dollar idea, in reality their vision could be a total dud. Here are 10 things needed to make your invention a success.
Kid Inventor Whose Marshmallow Launcher Impressed Obama Gets VIP Ticket to State of the Union
Joey Hudy wowed President Obama at the White House Science Fair and has since secured a spot as Intel's youngest intern.
Inventing Made Easy: Go Straight to the (Crowd)Source
These companies provide an avenue to bring your ideas to the marketplace with little cost to you.
Proto Labs Wants to Help You Create a Cool Prototype for Free
The latest winner of the Cool Idea! Award program is Garageio, a device that allows you to open and close your garage door with your smartphone.
Will the New Patent Law Kill the Garage Inventor and Startup?
Congress got it wrong when it harmonized U.S. patent laws with the rest of the world. Now, startups and American inventors are at a disadvantage.