Forging alliances to build the Tough Tech economy.
Our Role
The Engine convenes a growing ecosystem of entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, philanthropists, academic institutions, government agencies, and business leaders to nurture breakthrough solutions to the world’s greatest challenges.
The Engine supports Tough Tech transformation across industries:
Applied Al & ML
Climate
Materials
Autonomous Systems / Robotics
Energy
Mobility
Biotech / Life Sciences
Food / Agriculture
Natural Resources
Carbon Capture / CCUS
Manufacturing
Quantum Computing
Our Ecosystem
Investors
Our deep network of capital providers, including our partners Engine Ventures, helps residents secure the patient funding they need to scale. Connect with Tough Tech startups pioneering solutions in climate tech, human health, and advanced systems.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, corporate and philanthropic partners play a vital role in supporting The Engine’s programs, infrastructure, and events. Help translate breakthrough research into scalable, high-impact solutions by getting involved today.
Tough Tech represents the future of American competitiveness on the global stage. The Engine engages policymakers at the local, state, and federal level, influencing policy and helping residents secure critical sources of non-dilutive funding.
Since spinning out of MIT, The Engine has opened its doors to researchers from universities across the country. Our tech translation programs, Whiteboard, Blueprint, and Residency, are designed to help faculty, researchers and Tough Tech companies realize the commercial potential of their research breakthroughs.
Blueprint by The Engine
Blueprint by The Engine is a program designed to help graduate students, postdocs and researchers explore the translational potential for their research and innovations.
The Engine offers state-of-the-art facilities, programming and ecosystem connections to help resident companies attract capital, manage their business, and scale their technology.
“In the Tough Tech space, having the right ecosystem is as critical as having the right technology. Our resident companies benefit from a network that understands the unique challenges of commercializing complex technologies. This shared knowledge and resources are what turn promising research into world-changing companies.”
Emily KnightCEO & President, The Engine
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