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Montana State University (MSU) – Bozeman’s main draw is its location. Student life at MSU Bozeman gives access to some of the best kayaking, climbing, skiing and snowboarding in the country. True to its mountain roots, MSU Bozeman even has a varsity rodeo team. The university’s academics also take advantage of Bozeman’s one-of-a-kind surroundings. Some of MSU Bozeman’s unique programs of study include Animal Science, Environmental Horticulture, Land Resource Sciences and Sustainable Food & Bioenergy Systems. Students in these fields can find ideal research opportunities in the local wildlife and nearby Yellowstone Park. MSU Bozeman sponsors a number of scholarship programs, many of which are based on merit. Need-based financial aid is also available in the form of federal grants and loans. The university’s admissions requirements for incoming freshmen include an application and fee, high school transcript and SAT/ACT scores. The FAFSA is also required if you’d like to be considered for financial aid. If you’ve taken IB or AP exams, you should send your scores to MSU Bozeman to earn credit. Admissions requirements for graduate programs vary by department. Visit MSU Bozeman’s website for more information.

Æsir Technologies focuses on the development and commercialization of advanced Nickel-Zinc (Ni-Zn) battery technologies that offer a sustainable and non-toxic alternative to traditional lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries. Incorporated in 2011, the company operates a research and development facility in Bozeman, Montana, and a low-rate initial production facility in Joplin, Missouri. Æsir's innovative battery solutions are designed to meet the needs of various sectors, including trucking, marine, telecommunications, and industrial storage applications, while ensuring that the materials used are easily recyclable and safe for the environment.

Immersive Reality Group, founded in 2004 and based in Bozeman, Montana, specializes in using artificial intelligence and virtual reality technology to deliver personalized healthcare solutions focused on mental health. The company operates a platform designed for stress and anxiety management, which integrates predictive analytics for health monitoring in a home setting. Through its innovative virtual reality experiences, Immersive Reality Group aims to provide users with real-time relief from stress and anxiety symptoms while also offering tools to develop effective coping strategies.

Revibro Optics, founded in 2015 and based in Bozeman, Montana, specializes in developing a variable focus optic system designed to control the focus of light. The company's innovative system features variable focus mirrors that adjust curvature through a reflective membrane positioned over concentric electrode rings. This technology allows clients to effectively tune out spherical aberration in their optical systems, enhancing performance and precision in various applications.

Revibro Optics, founded in 2015 and based in Bozeman, Montana, specializes in developing a variable focus optic system designed to control the focus of light. The company's innovative system features variable focus mirrors that adjust curvature through a reflective membrane positioned over concentric electrode rings. This technology allows clients to effectively tune out spherical aberration in their optical systems, enhancing performance and precision in various applications.

Nature's Fynd is a Chicago-based food company that specializes in producing a unique protein derived from a microbe found in geothermal springs. Founded in 2012 and originally known as Sustainable Bioproducts, Inc., the company focuses on creating sustainable food options that benefit both consumers and the environment. Utilizing innovative fermentation technology, Nature's Fynd is able to cultivate protein using significantly less land and water compared to conventional agricultural methods. The company also operates an additional office in Bozeman, Montana, and aims to contribute to a more sustainable food system through its revolutionary approach to protein production.

Nature's Fynd is a Chicago-based food company that specializes in producing a unique protein derived from a microbe found in geothermal springs. Founded in 2012 and originally known as Sustainable Bioproducts, Inc., the company focuses on creating sustainable food options that benefit both consumers and the environment. Utilizing innovative fermentation technology, Nature's Fynd is able to cultivate protein using significantly less land and water compared to conventional agricultural methods. The company also operates an additional office in Bozeman, Montana, and aims to contribute to a more sustainable food system through its revolutionary approach to protein production.

Metabolic Technologies LLC, founded in 1990 and based in Missoula, Montana, specializes in producing health and nutritional products. The company is known for its innovative use of clinically proven ingredients, including the beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) nutrient compound, which is a key component in its sports nutrition offerings. These products are designed to help athletes and other consumers prevent muscle loss, enhance strength, and improve recovery while promoting better body composition. Additionally, Metabolic Technologies licenses a range of ingredients that can be incorporated into various supplement products, making its health ingredients widely available across the market. As of June 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of TSI Health Sciences, Inc.