Berkeley Postdoctoral Entrepreneurship Program

This is a curated workshop where research meets execution and strategy where UC Berkeley & LBL postdocs and graduate researchers will pitch early-stage startup ideas. In 90 minutes, you will gain a first look at the next generation of Berkeley deep tech before it hits the mainstream ecosystem.

• Idea Menu: Review curated breakthroughs distributed in advance.

• Lightning Pitches: Hear 3-minute pitches followed by structured Q&A.

• Collision Roundtables: Engage in facilitated deep-dive discussions to stress-test ideas and explore partnerships.

Why Attend? Whether you are a researcher with a breakthrough or a builder looking for a mission, this event is designed for you:

• The Innovator (Postdoc/PhD): You have breakthrough research but need a team to help translate that science into a viable venture.

• The Builder (Grad/Postdoc): You have elite technical skills (ML, AI, Biotech, etc.) and want to apply them to a high-stakes, research-backed startup.

• The Strategist: You understand markets and scale, and you are looking for a "Day Zero" opportunity to lead a commercial venture.

Remember: It took decades of work to build your research to a point where you can think of translating it to a product. It is almost impossible for someone to hear your idea and copy it. So, don’t be afraid that your idea will be stolen! Also remember, that those participating are your esteemed fellow UC Berkeley and LBNL colleagues. So, let’s see if we can bring your ideas to life as a collaborative effort. Make sure you don't reveal anything confidential though.