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Building AI Startups from the Ground Up—With a Boost from Google

Posted on July 13, 2025

This summer, the UW Tech Exploration Lab became ground zero for the next generation of AI-driven ventures. As a capstone to Google’s AI Startup School, the Lab hosted a high-energy, high-impact AI Startup Hackathon—a hands-on …

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AI Startup Mixer at the UW Tech Exploration Lab – July 9

Posted on June 24, 2025

AI Startup Mixer at the UW Tech Exploration Lab – July 9 You’re Invited: AI Startup Mixer at the UW Tech Exploration Lab – July 9Curious about what students are building with AI? Interested in …

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AI Venture Discovery Salon + Networking Reception

Posted on May 21, 2025

AI Venture Discovery Salon + Networking ReceptionAugust 18 | 1403 University Avenue Join us for a two-part event celebrating student-led innovation at the intersection of real-world challenges and emerging technologies. From 2:30–3:30 PM, the AI …

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Why Responsible AI Is the Next Competitive Advantage

Posted on April 27, 2025

As AI adoption accelerates, so does the pressure to innovate quickly. But speed without responsibility is a risk few organizations can afford. At the UW Tech Exploration Lab, we believe responsible AI is not about …

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Curious how UW–Madison is Bridging the Gap Between students, Industry, and Emerging Technologies?

Posted on April 19, 2025

Check out this feature from the Wisconsin School of Business on how the UW Tech Exploration Lab empowers students to experiment with cutting-edge tech like AI, VR, and IoT—while solving real-world industry challenges alongside mentors …

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RSVP for the Lab’s Open House on April 24

Posted on March 18, 2025

RSVP for the Lab’s Open House on April 24! This event at the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery will be an opportunity to see what students have been working on this semester. See a list of …

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Help shape the future of your industry with the Lab’s Industry Groups

Posted on March 1, 2025

Real-World Innovation Starts with Real Collaboration We’re launching something new at the UW Tech Exploration Lab—and you’re invited to help shape it. Lab Industry Learning Groups are forming now to bring together forward-thinking professionals who …

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RSVP for the Industry Learning and Strategy Session on April 24

Posted on February 28, 2025

Industry Learning and Strategy Session – April 24, 3:30-5:30 Preceding the Lab’s Open House, we are hosting an invitation-only Industry Learning and Strategy Session. Participants will hear about key emerging tech trends and insights from …

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See what projects are bubbling in the Lab

Posted on February 27, 2025

Each semester, students from across campus have the option to pursue their own ideas or take part in an industry-inspired exploration. This semester there are nearly 70 students working on a range of interesting things. …

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