Project Criteria

Projects must have a good balance of research, application, hardware, software development, design, and business model exploration to meet the program’s learning objectives. Note: Students will be matched to projects based on interest and fit.

• Projects must have a good balance of advanced concepts and prototype development. Solutions should incorporate hardware/software and design, with the opportunity for business development.
• Projects must permit students to do formative work and build out solutions.
• Mentors must be able to dedicate at least one hour a week for advising, either in person or remotely.
• Preference will be given to projects that strive to address an unmet social need (e.g., conservation, health, social equity, etc.)

Questions? Contact Linda Wagner, Academic Program Director, or John Raiti, to discuss your proposal, topic, or project scope.

Attend an Information Session

Please join MSTI faculty at one of the following optional information sessions offered via Zoom to learn more about this opportunity.

Feel free to join even if you unable to submit a project this year.  You are also welcome to send a delegate from your lab or research network if you are not able to attend.

Submit a Proposal

Ready to submit a proposal? In order to help manage the balance of projects and match students to their interests, we ask that you submit a brief abstract using the form below by Monday, May 15, 2023.