2026 Georgetown University Research & Innovation Showcase

Partnerships Power Possibilities

The Georgetown University Research & Innovation Showcase is an annual conference that spotlights the cutting-edge research and commercialization efforts conducted here on campus.

We are pleased to announce the date for the next showcase: April 22, 2026! Mark your calendars and watch for registration information, which we will post to this page as well as via the OTC LinkedIn account and newsletter.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 showcase!

DateApril 22, 2026

Time10 AM to 7:30 PM

VenueLohrfink Auditorium, Georgetown University Hilltop Campus

In 2026, we’re returning with a reimagined and even more packed showcase with the theme Partnerships Power Possibilities. Hosted by OTC in partnership with Georgetown Advancement and Georgetown Entrepreneurship at the McDonough School of Business, the event features a full day of learning, networking, and recognition.

Showcase by the numbers

431Event attendeesRepresenting industry, academia, sponsors, and others

9Georgetown research presentations
Highlighting research in life and physical sciences, medtech, AI, and software

10Startups showcasedIncluding Georgetown’s patented technologies, faculty, student, and alumni startups

Interested in sponsoring?

We invite individuals, organizations, and industry to be a part of the day of innovation by sponsoring and actively participating in the dialogue. Please reach out to us at techlicensing@georgetown.edu if you are interested in discussing official sponsorship opportunities. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, download this flyer .

Partner with Georgetown’s innovation engine

We have various opportunities, beyond attending as an audience member, to take part in the Research & Innovation Showcase. Please use the below links to apply for these opportunities. 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 Crystal Award nominations here by Feb. 6.

Eventday highlights

10 am- 11 am: Panel on research translation

Hear from a prominent panel of Startup founders, industry representatives, and other policy leaders on the state of university research translation and how this serves the greater good.

11 am- 12 pm: Georgetown research showcase

Listen to leading Georgetown researchers discuss cutting-edge research and learn about the real-world problems we are actively addressing.

12 pm – 1.15 pm: Lunch and networking

Time to talk and network with your peers and future collaborators. Lunch will be provided (Please make sure you are registered via eventbrite once available to have an accurate head count)

1 pm – 2.30 pm: Industry reverse pitch

Listen and learn from industry representatives who discuss market challenges they are actively addressing. Maybe you have the solution to their problem. ( Please return to know more about the companies presenting)

2:30 pm – 2.45 pm: Short break and networking

One more opportunity to talk with the new connection you made. (We have heard your comments from last year)

2:45 pm – 3.45 pm: Startup pitch parade

We have some great Georgetown research-backed startups, students, and alumni-run startups pitching their companies to you. (If you are a Georgetown-affiliated startup and wish to pitch for the event, please submit your request through the Google form above.)

3:45 pm – 4.00 pm: Short break and networking

Definitely more time to network and take a break before we move to the day’s red-carpet event.

4:00 pm – 5.00 pm: Innovator and Entrepreneur awards 2026

Recognizing the hard work and commitment shown by our research community and our startup and entrepreneurial community. Please come read to show your appreciation.

Crowd of people networking in business attire in a large room with windows

5:00 pm – 7.30 pm: Evening reception and networking

To celebrate the culmination of a wonderful day of research, Innovation and learning, we will gather in the Fisher Colloquium for even more conversation and event closing.