Proteus Innovation Competition
Creating viable commercialization strategies for
novel technologies.
About the Competition
The Proteus Innovation Competition is an intense four-month competition that will challenge individuals to create a viable commercialization strategy for 1 of 5 promising technologies, in hopes of winning a cash prize of up to $5,000!
This three part competition allows contestants to hone their business skills, work with a variety of experienced advisors, and accelerate the commercialization process of discoveries coming out of Ontario’s institutions.
We have selected 5 technologies from 5 universities: Western University, McMaster University, the University of Windsor, the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University
Proteus Innovation Competition Launch
2023/24 Competition Events
Once you have assembled your team and selected your technology, register for the competition and submit your abstract.
1. Competition Registration
Team up and do your abstract!
Deadline: January 12, 2024
Sign up for competition here.
2. Business Plan Workshop
January 17, 2024
(4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Zoom Webinar
3. Pitch Workshop
February 29, 2024
(4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Zoom Webinar
4. Pitch Finale
March 27, 2024
(4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
Zoom Webinar
2023/24 Technologies
Water-Tight Composite Membranes
Beyond Silence: App-based Peer Support for Healthcare Workers
Bacteria-Responsive Drug Release Platform for Food Packaging
A Wearable Multisensor Patch for Breathing Pattern Recognition
Virtual Reality – Mental Health Crisis Response Training
Our Competition Partners for 2023-2024
Participating Universities
Our Sponsors
ProteusIC was founded in 2015 by:
