A new research center at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School will focus on shaping what the next stage of fintech looks like.

The Stevens Center for Innovation in Finance bears the name of Wharton alum and donor Ross Stevens, the founder and CEO of New York-based financial services firm Stone Ridge Holdings Group. Through the new hub, students will have access to fintech research courses and mentorship, and companies in the financial sector will be able to connect with the center for student-led research projects.

“Penn’s unique mission has always been to take on the biggest real-world challenges and opportunities through knowledge-based and data-driven innovation,” said Penn President Amy Gutmann in a statement. “The mission of the Stevens Center is precisely this: to ensure that innovations in finance make the greatest positive contributions to businesses and communities across the globe.”

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