We're committed to accelerating the next generation of manufacturing, agricultural hardware and energy startups. The 16-week Wisconsin HardTech Accelerator is open to companies throughout the state. With a mix of virtual and in-person meetings, this program will move your hardtech company forward.
First launched in 1999, the Wisconsin Film Festival curates, promotes, and exhibits programs that showcase the art and history of world cinema. A non-profit annual event supported by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the Festival advances the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University by exposing the campus and the greater community to films and filmmakers from Wisconsin and beyond.
UW–Madison is opening its doors wide, inviting everyone to a 175th Anniversary Community Open House April 5-7. On deck: family-friendly fun, interactive science and art activities, Bucky Badger and much more — all on campus, all open to the public and all free, even the 175 S’more Years ice cream.
This event is part of the 2024 Science Expeditions. Science Expeditions is an annual public event that invites the community to interact with researchers, visit science venues, participate in interactive exploration stations, and more. This year’s Science Expeditions, which takes places during UW–Madison’s 175th anniversary, is co-hosted with the 175th community open house.
Join us for science, celebration and FREE Babcock ice cream to honor the 50th anniversary of UW Carbone Cancer Center. Explore our inflatable colon, breast and lung exhibits. Participate in 20+ interactive stations. Go behind-the-scenes on research tours.
Do you have an idea for an innovative product, service, or novel approach to a social problem? Every month, we host open houses for campus innovators. We also have an on-demand option, or can schedule 1:1 mentor chats for those who are not able to attend the live sessions.
Join us each Saturday, starting April 13th, from 7:00am - 12:30pm for the (gasp) 20th season of the Westside Community Market! Once again you can find us nestled inside University Research Park at 505 S. Rosa Road, every weekend through early November.
Come join us on the terrace to enjoy the start of the terrace season. We can celebrate the return of our iconic terrace chairs. Enjoy the beats from a DJ, take photos with Bucky, and watch the dance team show off their talents. There will also be free brats and beverage tasting to help pick our newest terrace offerings.
Earth Fest is for all members of the Badger community: from students to alumni, faculty to friends, and seasoned experts to future Badgers. Dive into groundbreaking research or dig in the dirt as you pot your own plant. Sift and winnow the latest research or sort and filter recyclables. Make career connections for your future or master sustainable techniques for your home.
The Innovation to Market course is intended as an entry point for innovators, seekers of a creative solutions, designers of novel approaches to social problems or makers of impactful products at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
University Research Park employees, tenants and their families are eligible for discounted tickets to "Forward Madison FC” soccer - at a special $27 reserved seat ticket price staring April 20!
In celebration of Earth Day, we invite you to join URP in a park-wide cleanup on Monday, April 22nd. If your company is interested in scheduling a larger group outing, please contact the URP office.
Get your Proteintech product questions answered while enjoying some deliciously FREE coffee & Snacks
Join us mid-day Tuesday, April 23, in Madison to hear from experts in Wisconsin who are helping to define the future of aviation through their work. Panelists are Jon Heup, president of Racine-based DeltaHawk Engines, an aircraft engine manufacturer; and Dave Kettner, president of Virent, a bio-based fuel company in Madison that recently powered a flight from London to New York using only 100% sustainable fuel.
The NMDSI will host its second annual AI symposium on Wednesday, April 24, at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and virtually. This event is free, open to the public, and will focus on topics centered on the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI).
The BioForward EHS Working Group is for BioForward members that have an interest in discussing, connecting, and collaborating over the topics surrounding Environment, Health, and Safety. This meeting will be led by Dave Kettner from Virent on the creation of a renewable biohealth industry.
Our current Madworks Accelerator cohort is set to graduate on Thursday, April 25. Please join us as we celebrate the hard work the founders have put in during the 10-week program. The event will include presentations by each company, light appetizers, and networking.
Join BioForward on May 1st for a lunchtime event of networking and celebration at our largest member-only event! This year has been a triumphant journey of growth, achievement, and dynamic collaboration for BioForward and our visionary members! (This is a BioForward Members-Only Event.)
The Urban League of Greater Madison and the Madison Region Economic Partnership are excited to convene the 2024 Madison Regions Economic Development & Diversity Summit. This will once again be the Madison region's premiere gathering of business and community leaders committed to advancing workplace and economic inclusion.
The 3rd annual Wisconsin Digital Symposium is your gateway to mastering digital transformation and product-led success in the face of new forces such as democratized generative AI, the rise of digital paranoia, and challenging economic switchbacks. Join us for an enlightening journey designed for technology and business leaders alike, with keynote speakers David Rogers and Martina Lauchengco.
The FREE, in-person only Wisconsin Collaborative Clinical Research Professionals Conference, to be held May 2, 2024 in Madison, will convene professionals from a range of clinical research sectors, including academic health centers, community organizations, industry, and healthcare.