UChicago Science Incubator
The UChicago Science Incubator enables early-stage science and technology startups to translate ideas into commercial opportunities. Read More
External Founders
Funding Strategy: Grants, Non-Dilutive Capital, Revenue, and Preparing for Series A
Explore different funding pathways, including grants, non-dilutive capital, and revenue strategies, while learning how to prepare your company for a successful Series A raise in this workshop with the UChicago Science Incubator. Led by Kim Patel, vice president of innovation economy at J.P. Morgan, former investor, startup founder, and… Read More
Founders Day Lunch and Learn with Aon: Building Your Team—Equity, Talent and Growth for Life Sciences Founders
Join Aon’s Executive and Board Advisory leaders Amy Jennings, Virginia Fischetti, and Katie Hill for an interactive founder discussion hosted in partnership with the UChicago Science Incubator. The discussion will explore equity considerations for early hires, founder compensation, strategic leadership hiring, attracting scientific talent, board communication, and other people-related… Read More
Application Deadline: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator
Alchemist Chicago, a premier early-stage startup accelerator focused on foundational technology, is a partnership between Alchemist and the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Up to 30 startups will be selected to participate in a Polsky Center Startup Bootcamp from which a select group of up to 10… Read More
Alchemist Chicago
Advance your early-stage startup with access to Alchemist’s Silicon Valley best practices and capital pathways, and UChicago’s innovation ecosystem. Read More
UChicago India Deep Tech Accelerator
Receive commercialization guidance and global connections for your deep tech startup emerging from India’s leading research institutions. Read More
UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day
Connect with deep tech founders, explore new investment opportunities, and engage with a dynamic community of innovators. Read More
Corporate Collision
Connect with startups to explore pilot opportunities, partnerships, and emerging technologies. Read More
Entrepreneurship Essentials (E2)
Build foundational startup skills through workshops covering strategy, finance, marketing, sales, and venture development. Read More
Collaboratorium
Showcase your research, technology, or ideas and develop a better understanding of the next steps to pursue a business opportunity. Read More