Indiana Claims Global Spotlight in Nuclear Medicine—and Honors Top Business Leaders

Описание: This week on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick, we spotlight Indiana’s emergence as the “Radiopharmaceutical Capital of the World.” With major investments from companies like RayzeBio, Novartis, and SpectronRx, plus a new Purdue master’s program and the state’s central role in cancer-fighting innovation, Indiana is transforming the future of nuclear medicine—and its economy.

Plus, IBJ Media unveils the 2025 Indiana 250 list, recognizing the state’s most influential business and civic leaders. We also get a sneak peek inside Noblesville’s new $93 million arena, share the IU Luddy School's new STEM outreach for kids, and examine Indiana’s nuclear energy potential.

Also in this episode:

Kylie Veleta on why radiopharmaceuticals are saving lives—and creating jobs

A first look at Noblesville’s Innovation Mile and the new home of the Indiana Pacers G League team, the Noblesville Boom

CountryMark’s $100M investment in renewable diesel in Mount Vernon

IU’s “Chip Kids” web series gets middle schoolers excited about semiconductors

Indiana 250 voices reflect on statewide growth and economic opportunity

The business case for nuclear energy in southwest Indiana

00:00 Intro & Radio Pharmaceuticals Overview
01:07 Indiana’s Rise in Nuclear Medicine
02:45 Business Boom: Industry Growth in Indiana
03:26 How Radiopharmaceuticals Fight Cancer
04:49 Indiana & Purdue: Training for the Future
05:38 Purdue’s New Graduate Program
06:24 Honoring Indiana’s Business Leaders
06:28 Economic Impact & Trademarks for Indiana
07:17 Noblesville Boom: New Arena & Local Growth
09:01 Innovation Mile: Economic Game Changer
10:47 Around Indiana: Business & Infrastructure Updates
13:36 Indiana’s Economic Strength & Nuclear Energy Vision
15:56 Nuclear Energy’s Community Potential
16:56 Eye on Education: Chip-Inspired STEM Learning
18:38 Microchips, IU’s Series, and Indiana’s Semiconductor Push
20:38 Wrapping Up: Indiana 250 & Statewide Leadership
22:21 Closing Thoughts: Sports, Leadership, & Farewell