Pava Center

Beyond the Scalpel: Transforming Healthcare through Innovation Join the Center for Bioengineering Innovation and Design to hear pitches from student startups at the annual Dolphin Tank Healthcare Innovation Showcase on March 27. Stay to hear from keynote lecturer Africa Wallace, MD, Global VP Medical Affairs, Johnson & Johnson. Agenda 3:00-3:15 p.m. Welcome 3:15-5:15 p.m. CBID […]

The Pava Center + Computer Science Networking Night welcomes computer science students interested in connecting with industry leaders and like-minded peers. This event is for anyone who is building a startup utilizing AI or those curious about the requirements for doing so and will explore how the AI boom will shape startups and technology in […]

The 24’-25’ application is now open! We are looking for the brightest, most innovative minds in the diverse student start-up scene of Johns Hopkins University. With this competition, you will have the unparalleled opportunity to learn from successful venture capitalists and network with inspired entrepreneurs. The high-stakes competition, complete with a cash prize, is the […]

Innovation’s impact begins with strong intellectual property protection. Led by Vincent Carbone, J.D., this session will guide faculty, students, and entrepreneurs through the patent landscape, highlighting Johns Hopkins’ support from technology transfer to commercialization. Seminar Topics: Defining what is/is not a patent Key principles of patent law Rights granted to inventors through patents How to secure […]

Reconnect with alumni and learn about JHTV and the Pava Center’s mission to accelerate student, alumni, and social entrepreneurship at Johns Hopkins. Event Highlights: Watch quick-fire pitches from student and alumni entrepreneurs Learn about resources for students, alumni, and community startups Network and connect with the Johns Hopkins innovation ecosystem Enjoy light refreshments Date & […]

Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures invites top scientists, researchers, and innovators to present their groundbreaking ideas and startup concepts at the Johns Hopkins Innovation Summit 2025 on September 18, 2025. This prestigious event aims to foster collaboration between academia and industry, connecting visionary researchers with leading investors and executives in the life sciences, digital health and AI sectors. […]

A global competition inviting student-led teams from all academic disciplines to design innovative health-related solutions. Open to participants from every country, the contest seeks projects that demonstrate a deep understanding of the health need, the affected populations, and a clear, practical approach to problem-solving. Winning teams will present impactful, real-world solutions that address pressing health […]

Get ready for an electrifying experience at our Spring 2025 Fuel Demo Day! Ten ventures will take the stage to pitch their groundbreaking ideas to an esteemed panel of judges, all vying for a chance to win a share of the impressive prize pool. The excitement doesn’t stop there – each venture will deliver a […]

Join us for HopStart 2025! An annual business plan and pitch competition for Johns Hopkins undergrad and graduate students offering over $40,000 in prizes. Hosted by the Center for Leadership Education, HopStart: Hopkins New Venture Challenge (formerly the JHU Business Plan Competition) is an annual startup competition that challenges Johns Hopkins students to develop a business […]

Join us for the 4th annual high-stakes finale event for all student startups at Johns Hopkins! Members of the Johns Hopkins student innovation community will be competing in a pitch competition with venture capitalist judges. The audience is invited to attend the event to hear the pitches, learn from the venture capitalists, and enjoy the […]

Join us VIRTUALLY for our Spring 2025 Spark Showcase. During this live zoom event, our special guest judges will host a Q&A session for our teams and give away prizes. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to vote on your favorite venture as a crowd choice favorite! The team with the most votes will receive a extra […]

Please join us to celebrate this year’s finalists of the Activator 2025 at our Innovation Showcase on May 14. Six startup teams will showcase their technology to a panel of VCs and industry experts and compete for exciting awards. This event is a fantastic opportunity to meet a host of biotech entrepreneurs, pharma executives and venture […]

The Social Innovation Lab at Johns Hopkins University invites you to join us in-person for our annual accelerator showcase event that will feature our cohort of changemakers building ventures to create sustainable change with a measurable impact — all while starting right here in Baltimore city. Event Details: SIL Cohort 2025 teams will compete for prizes Opportunity to […]