Technology Innovation Showcase
Innovation doesn't end in the lab - it begins there
October 27, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Museum of Art + Light
Manhattan, Kansas

The Institute for Digital Agriculture and Advanced Analytics and the Kansas State University Research Foundation are inviting industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and innovation partners to join us and explore what's being developed at Kansas State University. This showcase will feature emerging technologies and innovations in areas such as:
- Artificial intelligence
- Computer vision and machine learning
- Data analytics and visualization
- Technology development and adoption
What to expect
- Innovation Spotlight Presentation - Three select technologies will pitch their inventions
- Innovation Alley - Ten technologies will set up tables with their inventors to talk with attendees
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with innovators, learn about new discoveries, and explore potential partnerships and commercialization opportunities. A bonus opporunity is attendees can tour the Museum of Art + Light during the event.
Registration is free, but attendance is limited to 150 guests. Early registration is encouraged.
- 12:00-1:00 p.m. – Registration (no lunch provided)
- 1:00-1:30 p.m. – Welcome
- 1:30-2:00 p.m. – Keynote
- 2:00-2:45 p.m. – Pitches
- 2:45-5:00 p.m. – Innovation Alley, Explore the museum (refreshments provided)
AI-LFA Reader
Inventors: Dr. Laura Miller, Dr. Doina Caragea
Innovation Alley
Aphid Detection and Sprayer
Inventor: Dr. Rahul Harsha Cheppally
Innovation Alley
BCG Monitor system
Inventors: Dr. Charles Carlson, Dr. Carle Ade, Dr. Dave Thompson
Innovation Alley
Bull Breeding
Inventors: Dr. Todd Gunderson, Dr. Brad White, Dr. Robert Larson, Dr. Brian Vander Ley
Innovation Alley
Chemical Prediction KG
Inventors: Dr. Hande McGinty, Mikel Ridgeway
Innovation Alley
DSSAT-Python
Inventors: Araya Berhe, Dr. Gaurav Jha, Prasad Jayant Deshpande, Udit Debanshi
Innovation Alley
Irrigation Dashboard
Inventors: Dr. Daran Rudnik, Dr. Josefina Lacasa, Rayhaan Kabenge, Tumwesige Kabateraine
Innovation Spotlight Presentation
NitroSense
Inventors: Dr. Suprem Das, Aarthi Kannan, Shreyansh Mishra
Innovation Alley
OLIVE
Inventors: Dr. Hande McGinty, Yinglung Zhang, Aryan Singh Dalal, Srikar Reddy Gadusu
Innovation Spotlight Presentation
Plotlytix
Inventors: Dr. Ajay Sharda, Aasvi Dua
Innovation Spotlight Presentation
SmallGrainIQ
Inventors: Dr. Ajay Sharda, Benjamin Vail, Dr. Rahul Harsha Cheppally, Sidharth Ra
Innovation Alley
SmartScout-AI
Inventors: Dr. Ajay Sharda, Dr. Brian McCornack, Dr. Rahul Harsha Cheppally, Sidharth Ra, Sudan Baral
Innovation Alley
Weather GenCast
Inventors: Prasad Jayant Deshpande, Dr. Gaurav Jha, Victor Braga Antiquera
Innovation Alley
If you are traveling from out of town, here are a few resources for you.
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport is served by American Airlines, with non-stop flights from MHK to Dallas/Fort Worth and Chicago O’Hare International Airports. Located 10 miles from Manhattan, it is a convenient and affordable option.
Kansas City International is located two hours from Manhattan and is served by all major airlines.
Lodging
Visit the Manhattan Convention and Visitors Bureau website for details on lodging options. Manhattan continue to grow, which means new hotels are being built.
Registration for this event gives consent for photographs unless the conference organizers are notified in writing before the event start date. Email id3a@k-state.edu for more information.
For participants who need accommodations due to a disability, early notification is requested to ensure appropriate accommodations can be provided. If you have questions or need additional information regarding special assistance or administrative policies, please contact id3a@k-state.edu.