Smart Futures Lab
Smart Futures Lab’s Incubator and Accelerator programs are currently on pause as the Lab transitions following the conclusion of its EDA funding.
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As we explore new partnerships and opportunities for future programming, Smart Futures Lab continues its broader work in research, technology testing on our private 5G network, and collaborative projects with municipal and industry partners.
For information about Smart Futures Lab, please reach out to Daniel.Griner@ucdenver.edu.
Cultivate Innovation.
Learn about Smart Futures Lab
Get an inside look at our incubator and accelerator for tech and smart city startups. Learn how we supported founders, fostered innovation, and connected a global community.
Program Growth Tools
Professional Curriculum
Led by industry professionals, learn how to build and grow your business.
Standalone 5G Network
State-of-the-art indoor and outdoor CBRS network for development and testing.
Connections & Networking
Access to a vast network of Government contacts, mentors and professionals in the industry.
Prototyping Makerspace
Lab with additive and subtractive equipment to help you further develop your tech solution.
Coworking Space
Conference rooms, event space, meeting areas, and more!
A Program Designed to Accelerate You Forward
In just three years, 29 tech companies have joined the Smart Futures Lab program, gaining valuable connections and support to fuel their growth. We're proud to see these impactful milestones and look forward to even more success.
$15.5M
Gained in investments
and sales.
9
New product
prototypes were created.
29
Companies served
in 3 years.
22
New jobs
were created.
21
Pilots were
Launched.
6
New patents
were registered.
Global Connection
Our program was made possible thankts to our partnerships and an ecosystem so robust to support smart city tech companies. With over 40+ government and public sector partners, our partnership with Colorado Smart City Alliance allowed our program members and alumni to have full access to new connections!
Breaking Barriers & Building Spaces
Our mission is to champion diversity and equality, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the future of technology.
Smart Futures Lab is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equity in the tech and Smart Cities industry by providing a supportive startup program for New Majority: women, individuals with disabilities, and Black, Hispanic & Latino, Indigenous American & Pacific Islander founders.
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