10th Annual Synapse Life Science Competition Pitch Showcase

Please join us for the 10th annual Synapse Life Science Competition Pitch Showcase! 

Innovation Factory’s Synapse Competition is Ontario’s premier life science pitch competition. Designed to help move your innovative life science products and services out of the lab and into the market, the competition pairs innovators with business and entrepreneurship students, and provides the training, mentorship, and resources to be successful.

Come meet the 15 finalists, and hear the top 3 pitch their ideas on stage for the chance to win OVER $100,000 in cash and in-kind resources. 

Learn about emerging life science companies, network with industry thought leaders, and support Hamilton's growing life sciences ecosystem!

Refreshments and a cash bar will be available.

Learn more about the competition and our finalists by visiting synapselifescience.com

What is the Synapse Life Science Competition?

The competition is separated into four phases. The competition teams up life science innovators with business, science, and entrepreneurship students from university or college. Together, the teams produce business and commercialization plans, and a pitch for their ventures.

Teams have the chance to win cash and in-kind resources at the final showcase! 

What are the parking options at the event? 

The Synapse Life Science Competition takes place at McMaster Innovation Park. McMaster Innovation Park currently has a parking capacity of 500 vehicles. All lots are clearly signed regarding permits and rates to ensure clarity for all visitors.

Visitor parking payment is required from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Exact change, Mastercard or Visa, are the payment options. Visitor parking is FREE after 5:00 p.m.

Visit the McMaster Innovation Park website to learn more about the designated visitor parking areas. 

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, you do not need to bring a printed ticket to the event. When you arrive, simply check in at our registration desk with your name. 

Questions?

Please contact:

Kaitlyn Spivak, Events Coordinator, kaitlyn.spivak@innovationfactory.ca

About Innovation Factory

Innovation Factory is a not-for-profit business accelerator, serving as the catalyst for technology innovation in the greater Hamilton area since 2011. Innovation Factory provides business services, training, mentorship, and strategic connections to drive market adoption, leverage intellectual property, and increase revenues, investment, and jobs. Innovators can also access sector-specific resources including exclusive smart transportation test environments and data; and a formal life science and health innovation ecosystem.

Your entry to this event constitutes implied consent to be photographed and to have those photos published.