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SC Launch Inc., the not-for-profit subsidiary of the SC Research Authority, has made a second investment of $ 200,000 in Columbia-based technology startup Land Intelligence Inc. The company's software solutions support transactions such as land development, housing construction and investments. Land Intelligence developed a single-tier platform that consolidates research related to land development businesses by providing customized tools and reporting capabilities. "Success involves having a product or service that people need and having partners who believe in you and support your vision," said Gore Bolton, CEO of Land Intelligence, in a press release. “SCRA has been a staunch supporter of our products and is on our way to prepare for our next level of success. Our products provide a full range of construction and civil engineering services as they relate to different types and phases of projects. From the initial data collection to surveys and the final

Duke recently received a $ 5 million donation to support his science and technology initiative. The donation comes from the Charles LaFitte Foundation, a family foundation founded by Duke parents Jeffrey and Suzanne Citron. The Citrons also donated to Duke in 2018, where they donated an additional $ 5 million to the university to support similar efforts; They recently renewed over $ 2 million in funding from this donation. "The Charles LaFitte Foundation has generously supported Duke programs across campus over the years so there has been an ongoing dialogue," Jeff Glass, interim dean of the Pratt School of Engineering, wrote in an email to The Chronicle. "Duke's interest in promoting computer education at the university was consistent with the foundation's vision of influencing Duke students and faculties." The gift will be used to support the initiative