Global Investor & Mentor Access
Connect with leading investors, established incubators, industry mentors, and sector experts across Silicon Valley and the broader global innovation ecosystem.
WHAT IT IS
A Global Stage for University-Born Innovation
U7x Future Venture 100 is an annual initiative by AC Accelerator to identify and support 100 high-potential university-born ventures from around the world. Open to founders, research translation teams, and early-stage innovation projects, the program connects emerging ventures with investors, industry partners, international platforms, and a long-term global university innovation network.
WHAT YOU CAN GET
Access Capital, Industry, and Global Networks
Capital & Industry Connections
Gain access to industry funds, government-backed investment platforms, innovation parks, technology companies, and sector resources across the Greater Bay Area, Zhejiang, Beijing, and other major innovation hubs.
United Nations–Related Platform Opportunities
Access opportunities connected to international platforms such as the Commission on the Status of Women, the UN High-Level Political Forum, and the UN Youth Forum.
International Programs & Recognition
Be considered for recommendation, visibility, and collaboration through initiatives such as the Columbia Global Sustainable Development Summit, Global Sustainable Development Young Leaders, and Global Sustainable Development Leading Enterprises.
Media Visibility & Global Exposure
Receive exposure through established media outlets, international communication platforms, university innovation networks, and industry communities.
Long-Term AC Ecosystem Support
Join the AC Accelerator global university innovation network, mentor community, industry partner ecosystem, and long-term venture database for continued visibility, referrals, and future collaboration.
VENTURE JOURNEY
From Submission to the Global Stage
Submit Your Venture
Submit a venture, research concept, prototype, or early-stage project.
Future Venture 100
Selected ventures enter our annual list recognizing promising university-born innovation.
Advance to Demo Day
Featured ventures may move on to a global showcase across online and in-person sessions.
Participation
FAQ
Who can apply?
University students, researchers, alumni founders, and early-stage teams from around the world are welcome to apply. Applicants may participate individually or as part of a team.
Do I need to have a registered company?
No. We welcome university-born research, early concepts, prototypes, and incorporated ventures. Company registration is not required at the time of application.
What project stages are accepted?
Projects at different early stages are eligible, from research concepts and early ideas to working prototypes, validated products, and emerging ventures with initial traction.
Does selection for Future Venture 100 guarantee a Demo Day invitation?
No. Future Venture 100 recognition and Demo Day participation are part of the same program pathway, but they involve separate selection processes. A further group of ventures will be invited to present at Demo Day based on project readiness, relevance, and overall potential.
What sectors are welcome?
We particularly welcome ventures in artificial intelligence, sustainability, climate technology, life sciences and healthcare, fintech, education technology, advanced manufacturing, robotics, consumer innovation, and social impact innovation. Projects with strong growth potential, technological value, and global application prospects are encouraged to apply. Other emerging and interdisciplinary fields are also welcome.
Where will Demo Day take place?
Demo Day is planned as a hybrid global showcase, combining livestream access with in-person sessions in New York and Shenzhen. Final dates, venues, and participation arrangements will be announced to selected teams.
Invitation
Start from Campus. Reach the World.
If you are building something with future potential, U7x Future Venture 100 is your invitation to be discovered, showcased, and connected.
Submit Your Project