Open MIC (Medical Innovation Challenge) Night Applications Open Now Through March 24, 2025!

APPLY NOW: Via StartupTree 

WHAT: Pitch (or come watch) the next BIG idea to solve a medical or wellness challenge.

WHEN: April 9, 2025; 5:30 pm- 8:00 pm 

WHERE: The Times-Picayune | NOLA.COM, 840 St. Charles Ave.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE: Faculty, staff, undergraduate, graduate, medical, and PhD students, postdocs, residents, fellows, and Tulane alumni who have graduated within the past two years. 

THE PRIZE: Winners will receive an initial $750, gain access to 1:1 business idea mentorship for refining, and access to the I-CORPS Spark and Fusion programs. These programs help innovators and idea-makers explore the potential value of their research or innovation. Spark participation is mandatory for all winners, and after completion, will be given $2,000 for further idea development. 

Participation in the Fusion program is optional, but winners who choose to participate will be given an additional $3,000 upon completion of their innovation development. If winners complete the full award and training pipeline, they can be awarded up to $5,750!

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IDEA: March 24, 2025

CONTACT INFORMATION: Jillian Delos Reyes at JDelosReyes@tulane.edu. If you’re not sure if your idea applies, please reach out!