In this ~month long hybrid course (May 23 – June 25), a select group of researchers working on biotechnology innovations will “get out of their comfort zone” and talk to customers at the BIO International Convention to identify the best product-market fit. The course begins online and culminates with a trip to Boston, MA for the BIO International Convention. Up to $5,000 (depending on team size) in travel reimbursement funding will be available for accepted teams.

Explore the commercial potential for your innovation in 3.5 weeks under the guidance of an experienced mentor.

• Explore product-market fit for your tech innovation
• Get coaching from experienced entrepreneurs
• Potential to earn lineage for national I-Corps (up to $50k)

Course Dates
Course opens for pre-course work: Friday, May 23

Virtual Session 1: Monday, June 2 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Session 2a: Wednesday, June 4 TBD**
Session 2b: Friday, June 6 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Session 3: Monday, June 9 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Session 4: Wednesday, June 11 TBD** In-person in Boston, MA (local times – Eastern time zone)
Interview Prep: Monday, June 16 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Office hours: Monday, June 16 4:00 – 7:00 PM
** Session 5a: Tuesday, June 17 8:00 – 10:00 AM Office hours: Tuesday, June 17 4:00 – 7:00 PM
** Session 5b: Wednesday, June 18 8:00 – 10:00 AM Virtual Session 6: Wednesday, June 25 2:00 – 4:00 PM