[Deep Tech] University of California - Los Alamos National Laboratory Entrepreneur Postdoc Accelerator Showcase

​​Join us as we gather the deep tech community to dive into the innovative applied technologies ripe for commercialization.

​University of California – Los Alamos National Laboratory Entrepreneur Postdoc Accelerator

​​In 2017, Los Alamos National Laboratory partnered with the University of California to establish a deep-tech accelerator at Los Alamos, designed to support postdoctoral researchers in exploring commercialization pathways for their technologies and advanced applied research. This had led to industry partnerships, licenses, spinouts, and larger roles within Los Alamos for those who became staff members. This year, seven postdoctoral researchers are evaluating use cases for their innovative solutions, including non-chemical seed fertilizers, one-time vaccines, biofilm-targeted treatments, large-scale carbon management, bio-inspired microphones and speakers, non-invasive inspection tools, and a hybrid fusion energy solution.

​​Thank you to our co-host Extreme Tech Challenge and sponsor SVB for your generous support!

​​Why Attend?

​​Discover Innovation: Engage with the Los Alamos Entrepreneurial Postdocs and explore groundbreaking solutions driving advancements in climate action, healthcare, national security, and energy transition.

​Share Your Insights: Each year, a new cohort visits the Bay Area to immerse themselves in its dynamic ecosystem, learning how advanced R&D and cutting-edge technologies are transformed into innovative products. Your expertise and feedback can provide crucial guidance, potentially making the difference in whether a technology succeeds in reaching the market.

​Collaborative Opportunity: Your knowledge of market trends and needs could influence the commercialization strategy and shape the transition from research to product.

​​Program

• ​​[5:30 – 6:30 PM] Arrival and networking reception

• ​​[6:30 – 7:45 PM] Welcome Remarks. Each of the 7 fellows will present their technology opportunity for 5 minutes and engage in Q&A. 

• ​​[7:45 – 8:30 PM] Follow up Conversations and Networking

​Co-Hosted by Extreme Tech Challenge

​Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC) is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the world’s leading platform for fostering collaboration and innovation among startups, corporations, and governments to address global challenges. Inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, XTC is dedicated to advancing technologies that create a positive, lasting impact on the world.

​Founded by visionary Silicon Valley venture capitalists Young Sohn and Bill Tai, our mission is to empower entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and policymakers to develop and scale solutions that tackle some of the world’s most urgent issues.

​Through global startup competitions, innovation showcases, strategic partnerships, bespoke workshops, and thought leadership discussions at top tech conferences, XTC brings together a diverse network of startups, Fortune 1000 companies, VCs, government agencies, NGOs, foundations, and universities. This ecosystem enables investment, collaboration, and knowledge exchange, accelerating global innovation.

​Each year, over 400 VCs, domain experts, and industry leaders volunteer their time and expertise, helping shape the future of technology and driving cross-sector partnerships for a more sustainable tomorrow.