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Vanderbilt-Led NSF Regional I-Corps Program Takes on South by Southwest (SXSW)
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The SXSW Ideator Regional I-Corps Program, founded on the Sullivan Family Ideator Program, took a diverse group of participants from the Vanderbilt community—students, faculty, staff, and alumni—and collaborators from our broader Mid-South I-Corps Hub Ecosystem, including the University of Virginia, Tennessee State University, and GEM Fellow participants, to this year’s South by Southwest Festival-a global nexus of creativity and technology.
Beyond merely participating in this event, this group brought with them a mission: to tap this diverse network of industries and leaders present at the festival to further refine their innovations. Click here to read more.
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Innovating for a Greener Future Vanderbilt Student’s Design Sustainable Caskets with Larkspur Conservation
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Peabody student Joanne Ying said, “My team was initially drawn to this project because of its focus on improving sustainability and reducing carbon footprints in a city that we would be calling home until we graduate.” Their client, Larkspur Conservation, is a local nonprofit that aims to use natural burial practices to preserve and restore the land across Tennessee.
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Atmos AI: From Vanderbilt Vision to Global Sustainability Impact with WAP Acquisition
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In the dynamic landscape of environmental sustainability, where innovation is key to addressing complex challenges, the story of Atmos AI stands out. The startup, which originated from a visionary concept at Vanderbilt University, has recently marked a significant milestone with its acquisition by WAP Sustainability.
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Vanderbilt Giving Day: Apr. 11
At The Wond'ry, our commitment lies in nurturing creativity and fostering innovation through our advanced makerspaces, dynamic workshops, and inclusive programs. We pride ourselves on being a catalyst for aspiring entrepreneurs, change-makers, and architects alike, enabling the Vanderbilt community to craft solutions with the power to transform our world.
Your participation in Giving Day is pivotal. Supporting The Wond'ry on this day does more than honor Vanderbilt’s distinguished 150-year legacy; it amplifies our mission to embolden participants from varied backgrounds, disciplines, and talents. Each contribution, regardless of size, is a vital investment in innovation, propelling ideas into action.As a member of the Wond’ry community, your involvement in Giving Day is a chance to make an enduring impact on people’s lives.
Click here to participate in Giving Day & donate to the Wond'ry.
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Lightning Accelerator Program now accepting applications!
We're thrilled to announce that applications for the Lightning Accelerator are now open. This is your chance to turbocharge your startup with unparalleled resources, mentorship, and the opportunity to network with industry leaders. With a focus on biomedical technology, our program is designed to propel the most promising projects into the spotlight. Don't miss your chance to be part of this transformative journey.
Click here to apply.
Deadline for applications: May 1st
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Founder Program Hosts Welcome Party for New Ventures
The Wond'ry celebrated the addition of two exciting ventures to our Founder Program: Sarah Beth Perry of With the Band and Sudiksha Singhal of Brace Cap. The recent Welcome Party was a gathering of Wond'ry ventures, mentors, and Vanderbilt staff, highlighting the spirit of innovation and collaboration. Congratulations to Sarah Beth and Sudiksha!
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Vanderbilt Fashion Week
Vanderbilt Fashion Week was another huge success in educating students about sustainable fashion practices. Their fashion show spotlighted a selection of local and national brands and emerging designers who share a dedication to sustainability in fashion. Click here to learn more about the designers and collections.
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Hospital Gown Redesign Exhibit on Display through April 12th
This exhibit is the culmination of HOD Capstone student Tobi Akisanya's fall Internship project which she continued to work into this spring to make this exhibit a reality. The show highlights prototypes from campus and community partners from last year's workshops, a set of finished garment designs inspired by the workshop outcomes, and the input from medical personnel including Ryan Buckley, as well as additional ideas connected to the project. In the Photo: Left to right, interspersed with some of the the re-designed hospital gowns on display, are Alex Sargent Capps, Ryan Buckley, HOD fall capstone student Tobi Akasanya, Noah Orfield, and Wond'ry staff member Destanē Garrett who was a participant in one of last year's Hospital Gown Re-design workshops.
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Launch of Vanderbilt Quantum Initiative
The Wond’ry Quantum Studio (TWQS) oversaw the launch of Vanderbilt Quantum Initiative (VQI), a new student-led organization that will act as a spin-off of The Wond'ry Quantum Studio, and help Vanderbilt continue to establish itself as a force to be reckoned with in the quantum industry. Participants, including students of all levels, and Vanderbilt staff, learned about the objectives of VQI and got to enter a QiskitBlocks gaming contest, which helped establish quantum concepts to newcomers.
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Social Innovation Presentations:
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An Engaging Exploration of Visual Facilitation with Peter Durand at the Wond'ry
The team at the Wond'ry recently had the pleasure of engaging in a highly interactive workshop led by the esteemed Visual Facilitator, Peter Durand. Together, we delved into the exhilarating process of session visualization, embarking on a journey through Personal Mapping Exercises. We also gained valuable insights into the Neuroscience behind Scribing and the art of Visualizing Complex Systems. You can check out Peter's work by clicking here.
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Upcoming Events: Our events are not only area-focused but also collaborative efforts with both campus-led and community partner initiatives.
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Founder Program Venture Showcase: May 3
Join us for the Founder Program Venture Showcase on Friday, May 3rd, from 4-6pm at the Wond’ry. This event promises an engaging happy hour filled with networking opportunities and insightful conversations featuring some of Nashville's most exciting and up-and-coming ventures. Food and beverages will be included, offering a perfect setting to connect with innovative minds and explore the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape of Nashville.
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Virtual Event - Unveiling the Impact of Quantinuum with Kathrin Spendier: Apr. 10
Attend this virtual event on Apr. 10th, from 5-7 PM, to learn about one of the major players in the quantum industry: Quantinuum. Our guest speaker, Kathrin Spendier (Quantum Evangelist at Quantinuum), is going to give us a talk on the history of Quantinuum, what they do and how they leverage quantum computing towards solving real world problems. Join us to learn more about the important role Quantinuum plays in the world of quantum computing. Click here to register.
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Sewing Fundamentals Workshops:
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Virtual Event - Quantum Computing with Intel Workshop with Dr. Kevin Rasch: Apr. 18
Come join us virtually to learn about the Intel® Quantum SDK, the software development kit for quantum computing. Variational algorithms are some of the most promising workloads for early quantum computing systems. The Intel Quantum SDK targets these “hybrid” algorithms by utilizing its Quantum Runtime to coordinate the flow of data between the classical and quantum logic. Click here to register.
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Future Physicians as Advocates: Apr. 13 at Light Hall
You don't have to be a physician or future physician to attend! We all care about homelessness within our community and want to do something about it. Students from our Social Changemakers program will be also be presenting their work, so it is a great way to show your support!
This day-long conference brings together local non-profits, medical professionals, community stakeholders, and aspiring advocates (medical students and undergraduates) at Light Hall on Garland Avenue, to learn from one another and show students the myriad ways in which they can become part of the incredible community working to combat homelessness in Nashville.
One meal will be donated for every participant within the conference (counted via attendance day-of the conference!) Click here to register.
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Summit on Modern Conflict & Emerging Threats: Apr. 17-18The third Vanderbilt Summit on Modern Conflict and Emerging Threats on April 17-18, 2024 brings together internationally recognized leaders and experts in the military and intelligence community to examine the subjects of cyber conflict, artificial intelligence, peer competition and emerging threats.
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Virtual Event: Dr. Yock - Concept to Commercialization Talk: Apr. 18
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Dr. Daniel Fabbri - Informatics Entrepreneurship: Apr. 30
Hear from Dr. Fabbri as he shares his exciting entrepreneurial journey to date! This event will take place on April 30th, at 2:00 PM, at 202 Light Hall. Click here to learn more.
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Challenges and Opportunities:
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Part Time Position: Mid-South National Science Foundation I-Corps Hub Assistant
The Mid-South Hub Assistant is an individual contributor who will support the day-to-day activities of the Hub Coordinator and will execute tasks such as coordinating microgrant processing, supporting cohort recruitment, organizing training logistics, facilitation activities, and workshops, and coordinating Hub reporting information. The chosen candidate will report to the Hub Director and work closely with all Senior Personnel and the Hub Leadership Team.
This is a part-time, on-site position, working up to 27 hours per week. The position is available for the term life of the grant, which expires in December 2027, with option of renewal.
Click here to apply.
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Globant Women That Build Awards: 5th EditionNominations for the 5th edition of the Women That Build Awards by Globant are open! Click here to nominate a woman who inspires you by April 15th.
We support these awards that aim to address disparities by championing women entrepreneurs, overcoming unconscious biases, and promoting women's representation in tech fields.
Be part of the change and nominate today to empower Women that Build!
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New Class: Runway Ready Sustainable Fashion as Sculptural Art (ARTS 3891: Selected Topics)
Join Professor Alex Sargent Capps, in the exploration of the connection of the fast fashion industry to our global carbon footprint through figurative sculptural and wearable pieces made from recycled objects and deadstock fabrics. Areas of skill building will include figure drawing, hand and machine sewing, flat pattern drafting and draping, textile identification, and adaptive and sustainable fashion.
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Join the Wond'ry Internship Network:
The Wond’ry Internship Network (WIN) provides a platform for undergraduate and graduate students from Tennessee-based institutions of higher learning to reach their inner innovator. Students can explore their passions by choosing between a variety of opportunities within one of the many Wond’ry practice areas (Biomedical Innovation, Social Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Innovation Research & Design, Making, the Launch Incubator, and the Wond’ry itself). Through each project, interns not only learn relevant skills but also make an impact by assisting in trailblazing work. Click here to sign up for the newsletter and receive opportunities to apply.
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More Opportunities:
- Hope Lab- Learn More
Aug. 2024 | Deadline: Apr. 15 - Innovation Catalyst Fund- Learn More
Deadline: Apr. 15 - Business of VU Cohort - Learn More
Fall 2024 | Deadline: Apr. 30 - SCET’s Summer Venture Lab Program- Learn More
May 20 - Jun. 28 | Deadline: May 12
- VentureWell Debut Challenge- Learn More
Aug. 26 | Deadline: May 31
- Collegiate Inventors Competition- Learn More
Oct. 16-17 | Deadline: Jun. 3
- Techstars- Learn More
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Support Our StudentsBy making your tax-deductible gift to our Wond’ry Student Project Fund, you help us award students with the funding they need to turn their ideas into reality. Donate here.
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