Advancing innovative ideas and technologies from the University of Chicago ecosystem to the world
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About Event

The UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day, hosted by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, is a signature event highlighting the next generation of deep tech startups emerging from the Midwest.

Designed to spark dialogue and discovery of deep tech, the event will take place on July 20 during Tech Chicago Week.

It will feature live startup pitches from ventures in cleantech, quantum, data science, and AI, alongside programming, including keynotes and breakout discussions.

Connect with visionary founders, explore new investment opportunities, and engage with a dynamic community shaping the future of innovation.

Agenda

11:00 am —12:15 p.m. // Registration & Lunch

12:15 – 12:30p.m. // Welcome Remarks

12:30—1:15 p.m. // Opening Fireside Panel Discussion

  • Moderated by Jeremie Bacon, Managing Partner at Izou Partners, Co-founder, George Adventure Parks.

  • Chris Gladwin, Founder and Executive Chairman, Ocient, Board Chair and Co-founder, P33.

1:30—3:50 p.m. // Pitches

  • 1:30—2:15 p.m.  Quantum & Hardtech

  • 2:20—3:05 p.m. // Healthcare

  • 3:10—3:50 p.m. // Data & AI

4:00—6:00 p.m. // Networking Reception

Thank you to our event sponsors:

Location
Gleacher Conference Center
450 Cityfront Plaza Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Room: 621
Advancing innovative ideas and technologies from the University of Chicago ecosystem to the world