REQUIREMENTS //
Focus area must be big data-driven technologies, agnostic of verticals. Examples: AI/ML, data engineering, data analytics, applications in healthcare and biotech, cybersecurity, IoT, climate tech and environment, blockchain, social impact, transportation, Fintech, transportation, agriculture, and others
• The startup must be an established U.S. legal entity at the time of entry to the program
• There should be a partial team in place i.e., a technical lead and business lead etc. Founders/CEO must participate for the duration of the program
• Preference for early-stage ventures past the idea concept phase (less than a $1M raised) established within the last 3 years
PLEASE NOTE: Eligibility is open to all and NOT limited to UChicago-affiliated startups
