UChicago Deep Tech Demo Day

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, cofounder, George Adventure Parks Jason Corso, cofounder and chief science officer, Voxel51 Chris Gladwin, founder and executive chairman, Ocient, board chair and cofounder, P33, and at the Forge Parks 1:30—3:50 p.m. // Pitches 1:30—2:15 p.m. Quantum & Hardtech…