2026 Georgetown University Research & Innovation Showcase

Partnerships Power Possibilities

The Office of Technology Commercialization, in collaboration with Georgetown Entrepreneurship at the McDonough School of Business and Georgetown Advancement, is excited to announce the second annual Research & Innovation Showcase, with the theme Partnerships Power Possibilities. This full-day celebration will highlight discoveries, celebrate innovation, feature new ventures, and connect academia with industry and investors. The event includes research presentations, an industry panel discussion, a venture fair, industry reverse pitch, and an Innovation Awards ceremony presenting new, exciting entrepreneurial companies and teams from the Georgetown community.

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Partner with Georgetown’s innovation engine

We have various opportunities, beyond attending as an audience member, to take part in the Research & Innovation Showcase. The 2025 event drew 431 attendees and showcased 19 researchers and startups, sparking collaborations that lead to results.

• Researchers: Apply to present your innovation. The Showcase is the fastest way to get your cutting-edge research in front of industry decision-makers, secure vital feedback, and connect with potential partners and funding.
• Startups: Apply to join the Startup Pitch Parade if you have a Georgetown-affiliated company connected through a license, alumni, or students. Historically, Georgetown has launched transformative technologies like the whole-body CT scanner, the allergy medication Allegra, and the HPV vaccine Gardasil. The research featured at the Showcase will become the transformative technologies of tomorrow.
• Industry: Ask for submissions to a reverse pitch from researchers. You’ll gain exclusive access to a pipeline of market-ready intellectual property and talent
• Recognize peers: Do you know of a researcher, student, startup founder, partner, or member of the innovation community who deserves recognition? Submit your nominations for a Crystal Award.

Please use the below submission links to apply for these opportunities.

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