Concept Science

Due to COVID-19 Restrictions this program is currently unavailable. If you are interested in working on your science based startup idea, consider applying for the Concept Pre-Incubator and/or working on the business side of your idea in the meantime.

Resources and guidance for students and faculty working on science-related projects

The Concept Science program is designed for student-teams and faculty-led teams who have a product idea with an element of biology, chemistry, or physics. We can help you validate the opportunities envisioned for your technology, from a business and technical perspective.

Offered in conjunction with the Faculty of Science, the Concept Science program is available to University of Waterloo undergraduate students, graduate students, post-docs, or faculty founded teams.

You’re in good company. Many successful science-based startups started out at the University of Waterloo

What you can expect:

Business and technical goal-setting exercises with mentors
Mentorship from advisors with science startup experience
Beginning & end-of-term touchpoints to understand your progress and identify where we can help
Connection to groups like WatSolve, where you can apply for free business research services
Support in applying to an incubator or accelerator program
When the time is right, connections to industry and technical advisors that will help you solve critical steps in turning your project into a startup
The Faculty of Science may be able to provide lab space to work on your project

We accept applications on a rolling basis with the option for renewal each term based on performance (space is limited!). After applying, you will be contacted for an interview with a Concept Coach who will determine if the program is the right fit.

Have a question? Please contact Carly Cameron.