Technology

Westborough-based optics firm has named Erich Manz, a former executive at New Hampshire-based Allegro MicroSystems, as its replacement for its retiring CFO.

Nearly 40% of Massachusetts residents dealt with at least one unmet health-related social need in 2023, with that rate disproportionately magnified among Black and Hispanic Bay Staters, according to a new report from state health officials.

Liddell, who served as assistant to the president, deputy chief of staff, director of strategic initiatives, and director of the American Technology Council under Trump, is joining the company’s board as an independent member.

Gov. Maura Healey wants to infuse the state's research and jobs sector with hundreds of millions of dollars as Massachusetts grapples with a tight fiscal climate and federal fluctuations in research and education support.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute reached a significant milestone in February, when it received Research 1 status. Of course, now is anything but a normal time in the world of academic research.

UMass and healthcare leaders emphasize UMass Chan’s future success depends on its next chancellor’s ability to cultivate talent, face federal challenges head-on, invest in primary care, and commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

OneShield, a Marlborough-based insurance software firm, is looking to enter its next phase of growth after appointing a new CEO and creating the new role of chief innovation officer.

Teng expects this new technology will be more effective than current chemical-based methods.

Jill Larsen has stepped down from her role on the Framingham health data and technology firm’s board.

"Joining Virtusa allows us to leverage our telecommunications expertise with global delivery capability and reach a broader base of clients in the communications industry," Sincera CEO Sanjay Jain said.