Graduate Research Commercialization Challenge: Final Showcase
What does it take to turn university research into real-world innovation?
Join Edmonton Unlimited and the University of Alberta Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) for the Graduate Research Commercialization Challenge: Final Showcase, where graduate students will present the commercialization potential of their research to a multidisciplinary panel of judges. This event is presented in partnership with the GSA, reflecting our shared commitment to supporting graduate student innovation and research commercialization.
The challenge brings together MSc and PhD students from across the University of Alberta to explore how their research could be translated into products, services, technologies or new ventures that address real-world challenges.
At the Final Showcase, selected finalists will deliver 5-minute pitches highlighting the practical applications of their research, the problems they aim to solve and the opportunities for commercialization.
Event Schedule
5:30 – 6:00 PM: Check-in
6:00 – 6:10 PM: Opening Remarks
6:10 – 7:00 PM: Finalist Pitches
7:00 – 7:15 PM: Judges' Deliberation
7:15 – 7:30 PM: Winner Announcements and Closing Remarks
7:30 – 8:30 PM: Food and Networking
Why Attend?
Discover innovative research emerging from the University of Alberta, hear fresh perspectives on translating research into practical applications and connect with graduate researchers and members of Edmonton's innovation ecosystem.
This event is open to the public. Whether you are a student, researcher, entrepreneur, industry professional or simply curious about the innovations taking shape at the University of Alberta, we invite you to join us and support the next generation of research-driven innovators.
Pizza and pop will be provided, with opportunities to connect and network following the showcase.
Want to participate?
If you're a graduate student at the University of Alberta and interested in taking part in the challenge, complete the application form to apply.
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