This spring, the Polsky Center is pleased to offer a legal workshop for international entrepreneurs through our Polsky Mentorship Program. On Wednesday, May 13, from 12:00–1:00 p.m., Polsky Center Mentor Matt Meltzer, Immigration Attorney and co-founder of Meltzer Hellrung, works with entrepreneurs focused on employment-based immigration. This… Read More
The AI Research Commons Midwest Fellows Program is a highly selective program connecting high-potential, inception-stage AI startups emerging from leading Midwest research universities with infrastructure, mentorship, and national investor networks. Launched in collaboration with the AI Research Commons (ARC), Microsoft, and NVIDIA, the program is open to faculty,… Read More
The UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day is a premier showcase of next-generation deep tech ventures, taking place on July 20th during TechChicago Week. Set against the backdrop of a city rapidly establishing itself as a national hub for quantum infrastructure and advanced research, the event convenes… Read More
The Polsky Science and Technology Associates Program is an opportunity for current University of Chicago PhD students to work with the Polsky Center’s technology and business development teams. Associates will participate in many aspects of the technology commercialization process, with a focus on screening new invention disclosures for potential intellectual… Read More
The Polsky Commercialization Fellowship offers PhD STEM students at the University of Chicago the opportunity to create new ventures around promising research and develop leadership skills during a competitive fellowship. The structured, milestone-driven program supports students in translating their research into real-world impact through a comprehensive 8-month experience. Fellows are… Read More
The Polsky Center is celebrating the 30th year of the Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge at Chicago Booth. Given the growth of this Booth-critical program since 1997, we have a lot to celebrate—and, as such, we are planning a series of campus-wide events in honor of what’s been… Read More
Application opens for the Polsky Founders’ Fund Fellowship (PF3) The Polsky Founders’ Fund Fellowship (PF3) is a resource available to graduating University of Chicago students who are committed to growing a company after graduation. The goal of the program is to provide entrepreneurs with funding to sustain momentum on ventures. Read More
The Polsky Commercialization Fellowship offers PhD STEM students at the University of Chicago the opportunity to build ventures around promising research while developing leadership skills. This structured, milestone-driven, 8-month program supports students in translating their work into real-world impact. Fellows gain access to venture creation resources, mentorship, and the Polsky… Read More
This info session will feature information on Polsky Center programs for PhD students and postdocs at the University of Chicago, with a specific focus on the Commercialization Fellows Program and Polsky Science and Technology Associates. The session will provide an overview of each program… Read More
Application deadline for the Polsky Founders’ Fund Fellowship (PF3) The Polsky Founders’ Fund Fellowship (PF3) is a resource available to graduating University of Chicago students who are committed to growing a company after graduation. The goal of the program is to provide entrepreneurs with funding to sustain momentum on ventures. Read More
The Global New Venture Challenge (GNVC) finals showcase the Executive MBA track of the Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge. Attend to see top Executive MBA teams pitch their ventures to a panel of judges and investors.
Join us for the finals of the 30th annual Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge (NVC). NVC finalists will present to a panel of judges comprised of top investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Prizes — which include cash awards and in-kind services such as legal and professional consulting services… Read More