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Querrey InQbation Lab

The Querrey InQbation Lab

The InQbation Lab is Northwestern's hub for resources and space to translate Northwestern’s excellence in research-driven innovation out to the public.  A home for early-stage, science-driven startups and the nucleus for a wide range of enabling programming for our university's faculty, researchers, and students, the InQbation Lab accelerates impactful technologies to society.

The Querrey InQbation Lab was named in honor of Kimberly K. Querrey (’22, ’23 P), chair of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Committee of Northwestern’s Board of Trustees.

ABOUT US

Q is for inQbation

Q is for inQbation – where ideas, companies, people and products are incubated and accelerated. The Querrey InQbation Lab is where Questions become solutions.

Our Programming & Spaces

We provide space and community to bring together like-minded talent.

Through proximity and collaboration, our programs create a place for the best ideas and entrepreneurial knowledge to converge and for our network of funding and resources to expand.

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Programs

The Querrey InQbation Lab offers a variety of programs related to different phases of the commercialization process.

Our programs are open to Northwestern startups, faculty, undergraduate and graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.

Our Programs
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Spaces

The InQbation Lab offers private offices for resident startups, private and shared labs, foundries, conference rooms, classrooms and collaborative workspaces.

Our Spaces
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Resources

Northwestern's entrepreneurial faculty and resident startups can take advantage of resources including mentorship, legal assistance, funding, work spaces, libraries, and more.

Startup Resources

Our Mission

Lisa Dhar, Northwestern's Associate Vice President for Innovation, explains the mission and purpose of the Querrey InQbation Lab.

Meet our team

How can I get started?

Make your mark on Northwestern's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Getting Started

News & Events

Latest News

New Twist on Artificial Muscles for Safer, Softer Robots Image

New Twist on Artificial ‘Muscles’ for Safer, Softer Robots

July 10, 2024
from McCormick Engineering News

Simplified, low-cost soft actuators enable worm-like crawling, bicep-like lifting, and more

Farley Center, Querrey InQbation Lab Host Summer Entrepreneurial Scientist Bootcamp Image

Farley Center, Querrey InQbation Lab Host Summer Entrepreneurial Scientist Bootcamp

August 7, 2024
from McCormick Engineering News

Northwestern PhD students explored entrepreneurship education opportunities and gained practical skills

Upcoming Events

Jan
15
2025

RCTP-Q Science Communication Workshop Series - Mastering Science Communication: Evaluating and Enhancing Your Pitch

9:00 AM The Querrey InQbation Lab
The RCTP-Q Science Communication Workshop Series is a collaborative partnership between The Querrey InQbation Lab (The Q...
Jan
22
2025

RCTP-Q Science Communication Workshop Series - Crafting Compelling Narratives: Storytelling Techniques for Effective Communication

9:00 AM 1801 Maple Avenue, 1st Floor
The RCTP-Q Science Communication Workshop Series is a collaborative partnership between The Querrey InQbation Lab (The Q...
Jan
29
2025

RCTP-Q Science Communication Workshop Series - Improv Mindset: Selling Your Vision with Adaptability and Confidence

9:00 AM The Querrey InQbation Lab
The RCTP-Q Science Communication Workshop Series is a collaborative partnership between The Querrey InQbation Lab (The Q...