2026 Semifinalists

2026

President’s Innovation Challenge

Out of 400+ applications, we've selected 180+ PIC semifinalists. These ventures represent all 13 Harvard schools and are one step closer to winning a share of $500,000+ in Bertarelli Foundation funding.

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An internal PIC selection committee reviews initial venture applications and selects the semifinalists.

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