Innovation

Where Breakthroughs Begin

At the School of Biological Sciences, innovation drives everything we do. From bold discoveries to cross-sector partnerships, our faculty are shaping the future of biology and global progress—advancing solutions that improve health, protect our environment, and power new industries.

This is your hub for the School’s innovation engine. Explore our signature events—the Bridging Biomedical Breakthroughs Summit and Driving Dynamic Discoveries: Faculty Pitch Competition—where entrepreneurial faculty connect with venture capitalists and industry leaders to turn research into real-world impact. And dive into our news and stories that spotlight the people, ideas, and breakthroughs redefining what’s possible.

Bridging Biomedical Breakthroughs Summit

This biannual summit unites the life sciences community—from students to faculty to industry leaders—featuring CEOs, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurial faculty as guest speakers to drive collaboration and transform innovative biological research into impactful biomedical solutions. Next Summit: Sept. 12, 2025

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Driving Dynamic Discoveries: Faculty Pitch Competition

This event offers entrepreneurial faculty a platform to present their research to CEOs, venture capitalists, and industry leaders, for valuable feedback. Selected faculty are invited to present at the next Bridging Biomedical Breakthroughs Summit. Next Pitch Competition: May 21, 2025