\The_TENET i2c_program provides funding and training to University of Calgary_researchers, clinicians, postdocs,_graduate students,_and staff to transform their health research into a commercial product or service._�
Participants receive entrepreneurial training�and coaching_from the Hunter Hub_and_are matched with mentors from�the greater innovation�community. These resources equip participants with the�knowledge and skills�to pitch their_ideas at_a final_competition�at�Inventures_for a chance to win up to $100,000 to commercialize their product._�
TENET i2c is led by the Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial_Thinking and_is made possible_thanks to a generous donation from Ken Moore, former president of TENET Biomedical Engineering (1994-2011).�
\Requirements
The TENET i2c program_is open to University of Calgary researchers, clinicians, postdocs, graduate_students,_and staff across all_faculties interested in transforming their_health-related research into a commercial_product._�
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:_�
- Have developed a commercially viable research project related to the health field_�
- Translation of research into a commercial product or service must be carried out in the province of Alberta_�
- The principal applicant must be a founding member and currently affiliated�with�the�University of Calgary (i.e.,_faculty member, trainee or staff)�
- All applicants must have an undergraduate degree (minimum)_�
- Applicants must be able to participate in pitch training�schedule�and workshops.�
- Applicants have not previously participated in TENET i2c and/or REHAB i2c programs.
Benefits
Some of the benefits of the program that participants can expect include:�
- Transform your health research into an impactful commercial product or service�
- Receive entrepreneurial training, coaching and resources from the Hunter Hub
- Get matched with mentors from the greater innovation community�
- Enhance your knowledge and skills before pitching your venture at_a final_competition_
- Win up to $100,000 to commercialize your product�
Mentorship and coaching
Receive entrepreneurial training_and coaching from the Hunter Hub_and_ mentors from�the�community.�
Workshops
Interactive workshops to prepare your value proposition, develop your pitch, engage your audience, and market your innovation.
Support
Gain in-kind support_from�partners_to accelerate the pathway�from research to commercialization.
Pitch and win
A chance to participate in a pitch competition and win up to $100,000 to commercialize your product�or service._
Timeling
- Jan. 11, 2022: Applications open
- Jan. 21, 2022: Info�session (Zoom)
- Jan. 28, 2022: Applications�close
- Feb. 21, 2022: Program kickoff/orientation & Hunter Hub Startup Fund applications open
- Feb. 28, 2022: February 28���April 3:�Workshops�
For More Information: TENET Innovation to Commercialization (i2c) Program_
