Impact Center

08/07/2026

WEBINAR: Innovating for Lifelong Well‑Being: SBIR and STTR Pathways in Health, Aging, & Disability

Presented by TechSAge RERC
Date: Tuesday August 11, 2026
Time: 2:00 – 3:30 pm CDT

Want to learn more about how small businesses and university researchers can collaborate on aging and disability research grants? Join us for a webinar on Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) pathways with a panel discussion on opportunities, challenges, and how to make it a win-win.

Presenters:
Harshal Mahajan - Chair
Wendy Rogers - Overview of SBIRs/STTRs
Ji Kim - University Administrative Guidance
Eric Levitan - Industry Experiences
Jon Sanford - University & Industry Experiences
Laura Rice - Discussion moderator

Register Here: https://loom.ly/bE1QPRY

07/09/2026

The Center for Discovery, Innovation, and Development (CDID) at Children’s Specialized Hospital’s pitch competition is now open! The organization is seeking mission-driven social enterprises focused on:
🌟 Rehabilitative health
🌟 Accessibility
🌟 Well-being
Finalists will be considered for:
✅ Strategic investment
✅ Specialized clinical collaboration
✅ National visibility
If you’re building a scalable, validated solution that improves lives, this is your chance to grow with purpose!
🗓️ Apply by August 13, 2026
🔗 Learn more: https://loom.ly/BPMcMoo

The Center for Discovery, Innovation, and Development (CDID) at Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH) invites established social enterprises to apply to our 2025 Pitch Competition for a chance to gain strategic investment, health expertise, and visibility in the rehabilitative innovation space.

07/01/2026

🚀 Big news for the disability, neurodivergence, and accessible tech ecosystem!
Introducing the launch of a new platform: Ability Lane (https://loom.ly/j6v47N8)!
Ability Lane was built to be the ultimate go-to hub that brings founders, investors, and the community together to drive true innovation in accessibility.
Let’s build a more accessible future, together!

Discover innovative products and solutions designed for people with disabilities and neurodivergence, older adults, and caregivers.

06/08/2026

Join the USPTO’s Western Regional Outreach Office and the Licensing Executives Society–Silicon Valley Chapter (LES-SVC) for the next session of our Successful Inventing series: Manufacture.

📆 Wednesday, June 10
🕒 4–5:30 p.m. PT / 7–8:30 p.m. ET
📍 Virtual (Free to attend!)

Learn the ropes from industry experts on:
Cost & price structures
Materials, gear, & workers
Packaging & shipping logistics

Secure your spot for this virtual session today!
🚀 Register here: https://loom.ly/Hr8zY5o

During each virtual session, participants will hear experts discuss topics that include intellectual property, creating a prototype, licensing, funding, and more.

06/03/2026

Big news for the Pitt entrepreneurial community! Applications for the Access to Success (ATS) Accelerator are officially OPEN.
If you are building accessibility tools, disability tech, or inclusive innovation, this is the launchpad you have been waiting for.
Here is why you should apply:
💰 $5,000+ in funding (Zero cost, Zero equity).
🚀 3-month high-impact program to scale your solution.
🤝 Global network of experts, mentors, and strategic partners.
Whether you are a for-profit startup or a sustainable nonprofit, if you are ready to , this is the opportunity for you!

⏳Applications close June 28, 2026.

👉 Apply Now: https://loom.ly/dGkZ3lE

01/13/2026

Applications are now open for the Remarkable 2026 Launcher program! 🚀

Are you exploring an early-stage idea or building an inclusive solution in disability, ageing, or health tech?

Launcher is a 12-week, part-time pre-accelerator that supports early-stage founders to test, refine, and validate their ideas with guidance, coaching, and community.

What the program includes:
- Workshops and masterclasses focused on testing and validation
- One-to-one coaching and practical guidance
- Connection with a supportive cohort and the wider Disability Tech ecosystem
- An opportunity to present your work at the Launcher Showcase

Explore the program and apply online at: https://bit.ly/4qtKFI3
Applications close Sunday 15 February 2026.

Want to learn more before applying?
Join our live Launcher Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on Tuesday 3 February 2026, 12:00–1:00pm AEDT.

This AMA session is open to founders and anyone supporting early-stage Disability Tech innovation.

Register for the 2026 Launcher AMA here: https://events.humanitix.com/remarkable-2026-launcher-ask-me-anything-session-sg2rk6n2

Not applying right now? You may know someone in your network who would benefit. Feel free to share it with them.

Launcher is proudly supported by TPG Telecom - Business Foundation and LaunchVic.

Image description: A purple and pink promotional graphic for the 2026 Remarkable Launcher Pre-Accelerator, featuring a green “Apply Now” button and text noting applications close on 15 February 2026.