Applications for UW Tech Exploration Lab spring programs and volunteer roles are officially open and we’d love to have you involved. Whether you’re looking to build, explore, or support innovation behind the scenes, there’s a …
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Cap Times Feature: Students Building What’s Next with AI, Blockchain, and Emerging Tech
In our first year, 400+ students have built 90+ ventures using AI, blockchain, and emerging tech—and many are moving toward commercialization. Students have created blockchain technology that processes bank payments in under a second. AI-powered …
How AI, Robotics & Quantum Are Reshaping Business: Insights from the Tech Exploration Lab Industry Forum
At the December UW-Madison Technology & Innovation Leadership Forum, UW–Madison’s Tech Exploration Lab convened campus leaders and industry partners to explore the technologies shaping the future of business. The session featured a compelling presentation …
Building What’s Next: Highlights from the Tech Exploration Lab Student Demo Night
Student Innovation on Display: Highlights from the Tech Exploration Lab Demo Night On December 3, the Tech Exploration Lab hosted its Fall 2025 Student Demo Night at UW-Madison, bringing together student teams from Venture Build, …
Celebrating an Incredible Venture Build Pitch Night
Our first Venture Build Pitch Night showcased 15 Wisconsin School of Business MBA-led teams presenting venture concepts developed in partnership with University of Wisconsin-Madison technical student teams in the Lab. Industry judges and ecosystem partners …
From Curiosity to Startup: How the Tech Exploration Lab Helped a Student Tech Entrepreneur Turn Ideas into Impact
When Alka Lakadia (’27) joined the UW Tech Exploration Lab in early 2025, she describes it as “a turning point” in her UW–Madison journey. “I was creating cool projects,” she said, “but the Lab taught …
Founder Stories Social: Conversations that Spark What’s Next
Friday, October 10 • 5:30–7:00 PMTech Exploration Lab, 1403 University Avenue Join us and Transcend UW for an intimate social following Founder Stories: An Evening with Amazing Entrepreneurs. Connect with campus leaders, alumni, and industry …
Build Nights Are Back For Spring Semester – Fridays at 1403
Take part in the energy of our weekly series in collaboration with Transcend UW — Build Nights at 1403! Every Friday | 6:45–10:00 PM1403 University Ave Starting in February 2026 – Check the Lab’s discord …
UW Tech Exploration Lab Featured in On Wisconsin Magazine: Inventing the Future
We’re thrilled to share that the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association’s On Wisconsin Magazine has featured the UW Tech Exploration Lab in its article, Inventing the Future. The piece highlights the Lab’s role as a …
Ways to Get Involved – Fall 2025
The UW Tech Exploration Lab is where students from every discipline come to explore, build, and launch bold ideas. This fall, there are many ways to get involved depending on your interests and goals. And, …