Innovation Pitch Competition
The 2024 Pitch Competition is Now Accepting Submissions!
The Innovation Pitch Competition aims to bridge the gap between academia and the marketplace by providing faculty members with a platform to pitch their innovations, technologies, or discoveries with the potential for commercialization.This competition aims to accelerate the translation of SHSU research into real-world solutions.
We invite all faculty members to participate in this competition by submitting their innovative ideas. Whether you have a groundbreaking concept for a new product, service, technology, or social initiative, we want to hear from you!
The 2024 Innovation Pitch Competiion is currently accepting submissions. Use the form linked below to submit you rpitch. The deadline to submit is May 3, 2024.
General Information
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Guidelines
1. Pitch Title
This is the hook of your pitch! Be creative! (e.g., "BioGenius: Propelling Biology to New Frontiers")
2. Problem Statement
Clearly articulate the problem or challenge your pitch aims to solve. Explain why this problem is significant.
3. Solution Description
Describe your proposed solution in detail, including any unique features or approaches. Explain how your solution stands out from existing methods or technologies.
4. Target Market
Identify the specific market that your pitch intends to benefit. Describe their characteristics and why your solution is relevant and valuable to them.
5. Feasibility
Explain the feasibility of implementing your solution. Discuss any resources, expertise, or collaborations required. Highlight any preliminary work or research you have already conducted.
6. Expected Outcomes
Outline the expected outcomes or results of implementing your pitch. Describe the potential impact on your target market or society as a whole.
7. Future Plans
Share your vision for the future of your pitch and your plan for commercialization. Outline how you intend to further develop or scale your idea beyond the competition if given the opportunity. What is your intended use of funds?
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FAQs
1. Are 2023 Innovation Pitch Competition Finalist eligible to submit for the 2024 Innovation Pitch Competition?
Yes, finalists from the 2023 Innovation Pitch Competition are eligible to submit for this year’s competition.
2. What does the funding mechanism look like for the winner of this competition?
The first prize will not entail a specific monetary award but will be allocated to support project development, encompassing technology advancement, prototyping aid, and related endeavors.
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