Crosscut 1: Stakeholder Engagement

The GC BioSenseInnovations team will develop a holistic approach to engage the stakeholder communities (such as industry partners, farmers and community, and general public) with various proposed activities and further the center’s research activities in a co-generative and inclusive manner. With the innovations proposed and future technologies developed in the center, it is further expected that this cross-cutting activity will enrich the economic developments in the regions.

Some of our stakeholders and industry partners are listed below:

Stakeholders and Partners		Description of their work
		Founded in 2019, BioSun Solutions is a private company dedicated to innovation in industries facing environmental issues increasing at the speed of climate change, such as the revitalization of contaminated soils, low (yield) agricultural production due to abiotic (e.g., heat) and biotic (e.g., grey mold) stresses, toxicity to beneficial insects and workers. BioSun designs products from natural materials that have strong biological additives. Its patented and commercialized products were developed in Canada and underwent extensive greenhouse and field testing.
		Since its establishment, Catalonics has developed a metaverse technique for scattered big data, a method for reconstructing distributed spatial information, and a 3D urban transportation-environment model in the urban area through its original technology, and in the environmental field, it provides an integrated knowledge base for sustainable development in crop cultivation environments, marine and port environments, and forest environments.
		Since its establishment in 2009, Geomexsoft has been carrying out convergence BIZ in various fields by utilizing GIS engine software-based technology. In addition, Geomexsoft has recently expanded its business areas to various fields of smart cities such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and digital twins, which are key issues in the cutting-edge industry. Based on this, they aim to solidify our position as a key service domain of smart cities.
		The Kansas Corn Commission is made up of farmers elected from each of the nine crop reporting districts in the state. The commission determines how checkoff funds will be invested in the areas of market development, education, promotion and research.
		K-State Research and Extension improves Kansans' lives, livelihoods and communities through education, research, engagement and leadership. With scientists, educators and volunteers in each of the state's 105 counties, our professionals strive to make the university's research and scientific accomplishments accessible and relevant to every household.
		Ostara is dedicated to environmental protection through advanced nutrient management solutions. The company develops high-efficiency fertilizers, such as Crystal Green, which deliver phosphorus, magnesium, and nitrogen in a sustainable form with season-long availability. Ostara’s technologies help prevent harmful nutrient runoff, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and clean water, supporting healthier communities and sustainable agriculture worldwide
		Polyrheo is a Canadian technical sales organization that manufactures, markets and distributes specialty chemical products. Their strategic principal partnership, combined with our technical sales expertise and market knowledge, position us to deliver high quality commercial and technical solutions to our customer
		Quasar Energy Group specializes in innovative solutions for organic waste management, focusing on the design and construction of digestors, laboratory services, system monitoring, and biomass management. Their approach emphasizes intentional research and development to deliver advanced technologies that others cannot, supporting sustainable energy and environmental practices
		Space Foundry is an equipment manufacturer providing both hardware and printing solutions for printing conductors and dielectrics. Space Foundry’s products include stand-alone R&D printers and also OEM print heads that can be integrated to other additive manufacturing tools and robotic arms.