JCU Connect

JCU is partnering with Indigenous Datathon for Northern Australia to run a Datathon to solve real-world indigenous community challenges in Northern Australia on 21st to 23rd Oct 2022. Register by 19 Oct to learn & build technology solutions for community! #datathon #indigenous

New online program coming to #JCU: Sustainability Impact 10X - a 6-week online program helping to turn tech-based sustainability ideas into reality. More info here: lnkd.in/gJG7ECtc #sustainability #UN #SDGs #global #tech #deeptech

Apply for this free online program by 21 August via lnkd.in/eBvYTuWw

We all have ideas... What if we helped you turn YOUR idea into IMPACT? #online #program #UN #sustainability #development #goals #students #JCU #impact #personaldevelopment

we have an exciting new job opportunity based in the beautiful JCU Ideas Lab in Cairns! Be part of the new Partner Up QLD Regional Science & Innovation Network and coordinate engagement activities: linkedin.com/jobs/view/3064… #jobs #apply #coordinator #science #innovation

JCU alumni startup @TensorWorks are celebrating another win along their path of growth and success by listing as a partner on the AWS for Game Tech page for their Scalable Pixel Streaming offering. Congratulations! Read the full press release here: tensorworks.com.au/blog/tensorwor…

@AaronBirkby's Lunch & Learn on how to create a successful side hustle is coming up this week! This is especially one not to be missed for those already juggling work, study, family and life and wondering how to fit in something else. Register here: lnkd.in/gvSkhfJ6

Do you know anyone passionate about game design and exploring new tech? @TensorWorks are hosting a Game Jam where teams will be creating video games which will then be submitted to Ludum Dare 50. For more information and to register, head to lnkd.in/gumQ38Mj #gamejam

Stay up-to-date on innovation activities and events at JCU with the March edition of our newsletter: mailchi.mp/jcu.edu.au/jcu… #innovation #newsletter #events

Next Tuesday, Impact Innovation Group will be hosting a free for all Finance & Tax workshop at the JCU Ideas Lab under the Female Founders Impact Program. Register here: eventbrite.com.au/e/female-found… #tax #financials #business

Happy International Women's Day! There are so many incredible women in research, science, business, innovation and leadership and their achievements, efforts, perseverance and passion is unmatched. A huge acknowledgement to you all! #IWD22 #WomensDay #womenpower

JCU researchers, startups, spinoffs & staff loved chatting to @MaxxMeyerr1 from @Blackbird at the JCU Ideas Lab to learn about Blackbird's investment philosophy, engagement mechanics & the importance to convey complex concepts simply. #investment #startup #venturecapital #growth

Join our "From Lab to Market" Lunch & Learn with our in-house inventor Samantha. Register for face-to-face or a recording of the session: eventbrite.com.au/e/jcu-innovati… #innovation #invention #commercialisation #prototyping #entrepreneurship

@laurenjcapelin @MaxxMeyerr1 @AaronBirkby @liubinskas @chrisboden We would love to show @MaxxMeyerr1 our IoT Innovation & Startup hub, the JCU Ideas Lab, and connect you to founders and supporters of our ecosystem up here! Let us know day and time and our innovation team would be happy to arrange this for you.

How’s the #northqld #startup vibe? @MaxxMeyerr1 will be paying a visit next week - where should he hang out/who should he meet? Cc @AaronBirkby @liubinskas @chrisboden suggestions welcome!

"It takes a village to raise a startup, and tonight, what we've done is make our village a little bit bigger" - @AaronBirkby, JCU EiR More highlights of our JCU Startup Onramp Pitch Night here:lnkd.in/g9mp49Sg #innovation #success #entrepreneur #startup #pitching

Wow your audience with your next presentation and learn how to be more successful getting more industry partners for your research work! eventbrite.com.au/e/industry-ins… #research #pitch #industrypartner #success #funding #investor #presentation #workshop

Happening today at 12pm at the JCU Ideas Lab atrium: Aaron Birkby's Startup 101 workshop. Bring your lunch and don't waste a precious minute of your day.

We are stoked to have our wonderful Brook Orr back from maternity leave. Brook is leading the #innovation #team at #JCU and is currently also filling a shared role as Acting Director of #JCUConnect.Drop Brook a comment below to #welcome her back!

We can help you become a startup founder with our Startup OnRamp Pre-Accelerator! Minimal time investment & maximised chances of success. Free with a JCU scholarship and open to anyone in the Cairns community. Spots are limited, apply by 10 August! Visit jil-startup.com.au