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Fourth edition of the MIF puts spotlight on life science

Record number of applications submitted with final selections all clustered in medical therapies and diagnostics

Entrepreneurial spirit is thriving at McGill, as shown by a record-breaking 31 applications to the McGill Innovation Fund (MIF) this year. Since its inception in 2020, the MIF has been a catalyst for cutting-edge innovation, and this year’s cohort marks the most competitive pool of candidates yet. The seven selected teams are all in the area of life science working to deliver groundbreaking technologies and solutions to global challenges.

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Published on: 20 Jan 2025

AbleFly: Revolutionizing Air Travel for Mobility-Restricted Passengers

AbleFly is on a mission to make air travel more inclusive and accessible for mobility-restricted individuals.

Co-founded by Sandra Gualtieri, the startup is developing the AbleFly Comfort Device—a customizable, ergonomic solution designed to enhance safety and comfort during flights.

Check out our interview with co-founder and CEO, Sandra Gualtieri.

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Published on: 15 Jan 2025

Mohana on Reimagining Women’s Health

Mohana is a precision health platform to help women in perimenopause feel better and navigate this transition with ease and confidence. Mohana founder Dora Jambor’s entrepreneurship journey stemmed from a foundation in computer science and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Discover what ignited her passion for women's hormonal health and inspired her to start Mohana.

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Classified as: McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intellligence (AI)
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Published on: 11 Dec 2024

The Hult Prize Comes to McGill: Apply to Compete in the World’s Largest Student Entrepreneurship Challenge

Leading a Generation to Change the World

McGill Dobson Centre is an official host of the Hult Prize qualifiers. The Hult Prize is the world’s largest student entrepreneurship competition, offering teams a chance to win $1M USD in funding to turn their social enterprise ideas into reality. This year, teams are invited to pitch any transformative social enterprise ideas that align with at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Published on: 28 Nov 2024

Empowering Local Solutions to Global Challenges: The Hult Prize Comes to the McGill Dobson Centre

The Hult Prize is a globally renowned social entrepreneurship competition that empowers young people to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges through innovative business solutions. At its core is the $1 million grand prize, awarded to a standout team to bring their transformative idea to life.

The McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is honoured to be the local and national host of the prestigious Hult Prize, reaffirming our dedication to building innovative companies with a purpose.

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Published on: 21 Nov 2024

Spotlight on Neuro-Innovation at NeuroSphere's Demo Day

On Friday, November 8, 2024, NeuroSphere held its Demo Day at Maison Alcan in Montreal, with support from sponsors Gowling WLG and the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI). The event drew over 160 members of Canada's innovation ecosystem for a full day of pitches, panels and networking.

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Published on: 14 Nov 2024

The Dobson Centre Recognized as a Top 10 Finalist for Best Incubator-Accelerator at Prix Galien USA

The McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is honoured to be recognized as a Top 10 Finalist for the Best Incubator-Accelerator title at the Prix Galien USA. Hosted by the prestigious Galien Foundation, the award ceremony was held on November 7th in New York City.

The Prix Galien celebrates groundbreaking achievements in life sciences that advance human health and elevate the human condition.

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Published on: 10 Nov 2024

McGill places 20th worldwide for innovation and entrepreneurship in new rankings

McGill University ranked 20th in the new Ignition Schools rankings, evaluating universities’ success in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Since its founding in 1988, the Dobson Centre has supported thousands of ventures, generating over 10,000 jobs, and raising $3.7 billion in funding, with over 470 startups currently active.

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Published on: 22 Oct 2024

McGill Dobson Centre Celebrates Leading Canadian Entrepreneurship in a New Hub

Upholding the vision of the late John Dobson (BCom’49) to foster and enrich entrepreneurial endeavours at McGill University, the John Dobson Foundation’s latest gift has funded the creation of a new permanent physical facility on campus.

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Classified as: McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship, John Dobson Foundation
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Published on: 12 Sep 2024

The Dobson Centre wins America’s Most Impactful Initiative at the 2024 Triple E awards

The McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship is proud to receive the title of America's Most Impactful Initiative of the Year at the 2024 Triple E Awards. The Triple E Awards recognize and celebrate academic institutions' efforts to bolster entrepreneurship and engagement in higher education.

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Published on: 7 Aug 2024

Next Stop on the International Tour: Boston!

Join us as we support our revolutionary health startups in Boston at the Upcoming MESH conference.

These innovative companies are transforming the healthcare industry by utilizing different technologies and infrastructures, creating solutions for scoliosis care, Needle injury prevention, patient engagement, and diagnostic ultrasound, among many others.

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Published on: 3 Jun 2024

The Next Stop on the International Tour: New York City!

Join us as we support the vibrant community of tech startups in New York City at the upcoming Tech Day.

These innovative companies are revolutionizing industries such as education, beauty, fitness, knowledge sharing, and airport services, among others. They are enthusiastic about the opportunity to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders in New York City.

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Published on: 7 May 2024

Empowering Managers, Transforming Workplaces: Nurau's Mission to Build a Better Working Environment

Nurau is harnessing AI to improve management practices in the workplace.

Check out our interview with Justin Lessard-Wajcer and Saba Saremi Co-founders of Nurau.

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Published on: 7 May 2024

AIM Colours: Innovating Self-Expression with Color-Changing Accessories

AIM Colours is revolutionizing self-expression with color-changing accessories.

AIM Colours made the 2023 TOP 100 start-ups at Slush! Check out our interview with co-founder Dr. Alejandra Huerta.

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Published on: 4 May 2024

Transforming Knowledge Sharing: The Hivelighter Journey from Concept to Collaboration

Hivelighter harnesses the power of your daily reading and research by transforming it into concise communications, speed-learning, and knowledge discovery tools.

Check out our interview with Joshua Dorsey, co-founder and CEO of Hivelighter.

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Published on: 4 May 2024

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