Speak at 2022 MIT Research and Development Conference - Innovating at the Inflection Point: Creating a Better World

Looking for 10 startups to present their technology in lightning talks AND an additional 10 startups to be included in the lunch exhibit - November 15 @Boston Marriott Cambridge.  

OVERVIEW: MIT’s Mission Statement highlights its commitment to bringing “knowledge to bear on the world’s great challenges.” Indeed, as the world emerges from a once-in-a-century pandemic, challenges have only multiplied in the face of geopolitical conflict and political turbulence. Compounded by the increasing effects of climate change, these events continue to impact global food supply and security, economic growth and inclusion, international trade, and the environment. 

Together with partners in industry and government, MIT faculty and researchers continue to seek compelling problems where MIT innovation can make a transformative impact. Please join us at our annual Research and Development Conference on November 15-16, 2022 to hear from MIT researchers, MIT Startup Exchange entrepreneurs, and global business leaders dedicated to innovating to create a better world.

Day One Concurrent Tracks

Track 1: Emergence of Industry 4.0

Track 2: Climate and the Environment

Track 3: Connected World

Track 4: The Brain / Body Connection

Day Two Concurrent Tracks

Track 5: Global Economy and  Supply Chain

Track 6: Sustainable Solutions

Track 7: Digital Worlds and the Metaverse

Track 8: Powering the Future

Selected startups will have to participate in a quick virtual dry run to review slide deck, as needed. 

These events are attended by ILP global corporate members represented by senior executives, as well as by others from the ecosystem, and provide an excellent forum for exploring partnerships and collaboration opportunities between startups and industry.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Note: selection will be on a rolling basis, so apply ASAP.

To apply, please provide the following:

• -brief description of your startup's technology-based product/services & 1 compelling use case; 
• -brief description of current market traction (e.g. pilot, validation results, paying customers, etc.);
• -speaker bio & a few words on the speaker’s experience as a speaker (optionally, including a video sample);
• -one-paragraph explanation of the unique fit between the event/theme and the startup’s vision, technologies, products, or services;

• -in addition, please make sure to update your Startup Exchange profile if you have not done so recently. An up-to-date profile will ensure we can correctly match you with corporate requests!