New Jersey Innovation Institute - NJII

We’re excited to announce the launch of our newest division, the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Division, led by Tom Villani, Ph.D.

Our fifth division features New Jersey’s first and only AI Job Shop and will be focusing on bridging the gap between AI technology and practical business implementation.

“Our mission is to provide expert guidance and services to help organizations seamlessly integrate AI solutions into their operations and stay ahead of the competition," said Tom Villani.

Read the full announcement: https://www.njii.com/2025/01/new-jersey-innovation-institute-launches-ai-division-to-help-businesses-harness-artificial-intelligence/

New Jersey Innovation Institute Launches AI Division to Help Businesses Harness Artificial Intelligence January 7. 2025, Newark, NJ -- New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII), an NJIT corporation, announced the launch of its fifth Division, Artificial

Last month, NJII’s entrepreneurship team hosted an engaging virtual learning session as part of the New Jersey Innovation Fellows (NJIF) program, bringing together 30 first-time entrepreneurs to dive into the intricacies of fundraising.

Moderated by MJ Durkin, NJII’s Director of Entrepreneurship, and featuring an accomplished panel of speakers, the session offered valuable insights into both the art and science of raising funds.

Read the full event recap to learn more about our panel of experts and how to master the fundamentals of fundraising: https://www.njii.com/2024/12/empowering-entrepreneurs-to-succeed-in-fundraising-highlights-from-njifs-raising-funds-session/

NJIF, a New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) program, supports entrepreneurs who have unique startup ideas with access to mentorship and income replacement grants. NJII’s entrepreneurship division provides mentorship programming to the companies participating in the program, in partnership with Rowan University.

Empowering Entrepreneurs to Succeed in Fundraising: Highlights from NJIF's 'Raising Funds’ Session Last month, NJII’s entrepreneurship team hosted an engaging virtual learning session as part of the New Jersey Innovation Fellows (NJIF) program, bringing

In a recently published study by Apollo Research reveals that several leading AI language models demonstrate the capability for “in-context scheming” – the ability to strategically pursue goals through deceptive means when given certain directives.

This also includes engaging in behaviors such as disabling oversight mechanisms, attempting self-preservation, and providing misleading information to achieve their objectives.

Read our latest blog highlighting the topic of AI systems and learned deceptive behaviors to learn more about key findings from this research, how human stories led to this outcome, and key reminders as we move forward with .

🔗 Read the blog here: https://www.njii.com/2024/12/ai-systems-and-learned-deceptive-behaviors-what-stories-tell-us/

AI Systems and Learned Deceptive Behaviors: What Stories Tell Us A study recently published by Apollo Research (https://www.apolloresearch.ai/research/scheming-reasoning-evaluations) that has gone viral reveals that

❄️ Happy Holidays from all of us at NJII! ❄️

As we reflect on a year of innovation, collaboration, and progress, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our partners, colleagues, and community.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year filled with opportunity and success!

NJII is proud to collaborate on a transformative initiative that’s making a real impact! 🤝

The Illinois Public Health Institute (IPHI) and 4medica have launched the Chicago Regionwide Community Information Exchange (CIE), a game-changer for advancing health equity and improving care coordination for underserved communities.

This initiative strengthens interconnectivity among social service organizations, addressing critical needs like housing and food insecurity. With 4medica's advanced data-sharing tools and the support of partners like wellconnected and NJII, we’re driving better outcomes for individuals and families facing housing instability.

“This collaboration represents a first-of-its-kind initiative to unify care delivery in Chicago, laying the groundwork for a scalable framework that can enhance public health and care coordination across communities nationwide," said Jennifer D'Angelo, MSHCM, COO & Executive VP of Healthcare.

🔗 Read the full announcement: https://www.njii.com/in-the-news/transformative-partnership-to-advance-equity-and-care-coordination-for-chicagos-underserved/

Transformative Partnership to Advance Equity and Care Coordination for Chicago's Underserved Innovative partnership with 4medica, Illinois Public Health Institute, Wellconnected and New Jersey Innovation Institute will advance equity and coordinated care for Chicago’s underserved.

Join us in congratulating Jennifer D'Angelo and RoseMary Klie on their recent TWIN program awards presented by YWCA Northern New Jersey! 🎉

At the YWCA's Tribute to Women of Influence (TWIN) event, Jennifer, COO & Executive VP of Healthcare was awarded as a TWIN Influencers honoree. Rosemary, Healthcare Marketing Manager, was also recognized as one of the Women to Watch.

Congratulations to all honorees and women making a difference in their fields and communities!