Wonder Guard: PhD student’s new device aims to halt progression of UTIs
If you were to ask Manak Bajaj what inspired him to pursue a degree in biomedical engineering, one name comes...
The Forge turns 10: A celebration of startups, community, and bold beginnings
The Forge opened its doors 10 years ago, and its June 4 birthday celebration was buzzing with the business incubator’s...
The Forge at McMaster celebrates a decade of innovation
Ten years. More than 350 startups. Over 1,050 jobs created. Upward of $88 million raised. That’s the power of the...
Engineering graduates’ robotics startup AXIBO raises $12M
A robotics company that started at McMaster University is looking to recruit a team of passionate engineers to pioneer “made...
Winged Wheelchairs student invention aims to support wheelchair users with limited hand mobility
Wheelchairs aren’t one-size-fits-all when it comes to mobility needs. For individuals using manual wheelchairs with limited hand mobility, propelling the...
Revolutionizing reforestation in Hamilton: MiON Forest’s innovative approach to tree planting
MiON Forest, based in Hamilton, is revolutionizing reforestation with cutting-edge climate technology. By leveraging the MiON Pot, Smart Planting AI,...
Three Student Entrepreneurs Sell Startup in Under a Year
In less than a year, three Canadian university students, Evan Ferreira, Joseph Liao, and Hussein Tahan, have successfully sold their...
‘Entrepreneurship is in McMaster’s DNA’— Made at Mac celebrates innovation
More than 150 startup founders, students, graduates, researchers and investors gathered this week to recognize McMaster entrepreneurs whose innovations have...
Compression wear, but make it fashion
Parisa Agahi had just graduated from McMaster when her doctor prescribed compression stockings for her leg pain. She quickly realized...
Afynia Secures $5M to Fast-Track Groundbreaking Endometriosis Blood Test
Afynia Laboratories has picked up $5 million in seed funding to advance its blood test for endometriosis. This is the...
From undergrad to CEO: Forge your entrepreneurial path with the Startup Survivor program
Are you a student or alumni with a business idea? Mann Parikh gets it — he’s been there, watching that passion...
Reflecting on another year of innovation
As 2024 draws to a close, we at The Forge want to express our gratitude to our incredible mentors, clients,...