Garrett Smith knows a thing or two about medtech startups. He founded his first company as a bioengineering PhD student at the University of California San Diego (PhD ‘12). Since then he has stewarded several technologies through FDA approval; led multiple startups to successful acquisition; directed early innovation partnerships for massive players like Johnson and Johnson Innovation; and overseen a corporate venture capital fund for MedeonBIO. Smith has worked across nearly every stage of the healthcare innovation ecosystem, including as a founder, operator, corporate innovation leader, venture investor, and advisor. Read Full Article
Garrett Smith, Reef Haven Ventures
Aug 21, 2025
The NSF Sustainability I-Corps runs Thursday from 2//6/25 - 3/6/25. This is a virtual session.
This I-Corps cohort is focused on sustainability and environmentally impactful technologies. Validate your idea and earn money for your startups.
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This competition focuses on fostering creativity and bringing to the spotlight commercially promising, environmentally focused technologies generated by the finest minds at UC San Diego. Supported through the generosity of The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation Inc., the program is presented through a partnership of the Rady School of Management, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and the Jacobs School of Engineering, and is open to the entire campus.
This year's Challenge will feature 2 tracks:
The Triton Sustainability Challenge focuses on fostering creativity and bringing to the spotlight commercially promising, environmentally focused technologies generated by the finest minds at UC San Diego.
Please join us for an in-person information and networking session. We'll provide a brief overview of the program and answer your questions, and provide adequate time for networking with other attendees.
When: January 9, 2025 - 12 NOON
Where: Franklin Antonio Hall
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The Triton Sustainability Challenge focuses on fostering creativity and bringing to the spotlight commercially promising, environmentally focused technologies generated by the finest minds at UC San Diego.
Please join us for a virtual information and networking session on December 5th at 12 noon. We'll provide a brief overview of the program and answer your questions, and provide adequate time for networking with other attendees.
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Medical Device Workshop
MedTech Accelerator Stage 2
The Institute for the Global Entrepreneur's annual showcase returns on October 20, 2026 as part of San Diego Innovation Week. This event will highlight the latest MedTech, Life Science, and Sustainability startups. IGE will also highlight the innovations of UC San Diego faculty in the MedTech space. It's an excellent opportunity to see some of the exciting innovations at UC San Diego.
Location: IGE Suite
Franklin Antonio Hall
AiiSO Suite 1401
3180 Voigt Dr
La Jolla, 92093
Location: Theater District Conference Center - https://conference.ucsd.edu/venues/index.html
9145 S Scholars Dr La Jolla, CA 92037, United States
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