Technology Next-Generation Minimally Invasive Optoelectronic Implants For Chronic Disease Management The platform delivers ultra-low intensity, wireless, fully implantable photostimulation for deep tissue targets (nerves, heart, diaphragm). It spatially separates light harvesting from bioelectrical stimulation, enabling minimally invasive, leadless, genetic-modification-free interventions.…
News The Polsky Center Announces the 20 Startups Selected for India Deep Tech Accelerator The Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation today announced the 20 startups selected to join the inaugural cohort of the India Deep Tech Accelerator, a global accelerator designed to help high-potential, Indian...
Event Midwest Engineering Entrepreneurship Network (MEEN) Conference Day 1 July 13, 2026 The Midwest Engineering Entrepreneurship Network (MEEN) supports the efforts of Midwest technology entrepreneurship institutions through collaboration in educating, supporting, and connecting innovators to the ecosystem spanning the region. Annually, MEEN...
Event Info Session: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator July 23, 2026 Join us to learn about Alchemist Chicago, a global accelerator designed to transform scientific breakthroughs into market-ready ventures. A collaboration between Alchemist Accelerator and the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center...
Event Info Session: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator August 5, 2026 Join us to learn about Alchemist Chicago, a new global accelerator designed to transform scientific breakthroughs into market-ready ventures. A collaboration between Alchemist Accelerator and the University of Chicago’s Polsky...
News UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day Showcases Emerging Ventures During TechChicago Week Last week the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation hosted founders, investors, faculty, corporate partners, and ecosystem leaders for the UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day.
Event Application Deadline: Polsky Founders Circles September 18, 2026 The Polsky Center and the Harry L. Davis Center for Leadership at the University of Chicago present the Polsky Founders Circles, a virtual place where you can connect with fellow...
Event Application Deadline: Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine September 18, 2026 Graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, researchers, and faculty conducting scientific research and study at UChicago, Argonne, and Fermilab are encouraged to apply for Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine. This noncredit course...
News Polsky 10: New Polsky Founders’ Fund Fellows | NVC winner Rayni’s impact | Catching up with SNVC winner Lighthouse Solutions The Polsky 10 is a bi-weekly newsletter covering the 10 biggest news stories coming from the University of Chicago's Polsky Center. To get the Polsky 10 sent directly to your inbox every other Friday, sign up here.
News Small Business Spotlight: Kabob-It Turns Global Flavors into an Expanding Food Concept Kabob-It, a restaurant in Hutchinson Commons on the UChicago campus that pairs Mediterranean cuisine with African American culinary influences and a growing range of flavors from around the world.
News Out of the Lab: Business Course Gives Scientists Opportunity to Explore Entrepreneurship The Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine course gives University of Chicago graduate students, postdocs, and faculty the opportunity to explore the intersection of science and business. Taught by Chicago Booth...
Event Owning Your Advantage: Practical IP Strategies for AI Startups September 23, 2026 As AI transforms every industry, intellectual property is becoming critical to startup success. Join legal experts, investors, and AI founders for a practical discussion on protecting your innovation, including patents,...
