Demo Lab is a multidisciplinary student innovation program that has attracted over 40 students from Business Administration, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Biology, Construction Engineering, and beyond. Supported by 3 industry mentors and 6 faculty mentors, 7 teams are developing diverse solutions — from AI-driven early intervention tools to caregiver burnout support.
Following a series of workshops on ideation, creation, and AI-assisted development, all teams will present their work at the Student Showcase on Friday, March 6, competing for finalist recognition before a panel of judges. The Forum on Saturday, March 7 will feature expert speakers, finalist presentations, and Demo Lab awards.
March 6 12:00-4:00; March 7th Finalists present at 2:00 PM
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We invite solutions that tackle caregiving problems and challenges in their many forms. Your project might address:
Care Receivers & Daily Living
Improving quality of life, independence, dignity, accessibility, safety, learning, and well-being for people receiving care.
Caregivers & Support Systems
Tools and resources that reduce caregiver burden, support coordination, training, decision-making, emotional well-being, and community support.
Longevity & Long-Term Care
Solutions that make longer lives more livable by supporting health span, aging-in-place, chronic conditions, and multi-generational caregiving.
Care Coordination & Ecosystems
Improving communication, information sharing, and coordination across families, professionals, institutions, and community services.
Technology-Enabled, Human-Centered Care
Responsible use of digital tools, AI, data, or assistive technologies that enhance—rather than replace—human caregiving.
Equity, Access & Inclusion
Addressing barriers related to disability, age, language, culture, geography, or socioeconomic status in caregiving.
Innovative Care Models & Future Concepts
New approaches to caregiving services, systems, or experiences with a clear path toward real-world impact.
All CSU East Bay students and alumni are welcome. Teams must be led by current CSU students. You can participate in several ways:
Existing Teams with Projects in Progress
If you're already working on a caregiving-related project, join us to refine your work, gain expert mentorship, and earn recognition for your efforts.
Individual Participants with Ideas
Bring your concept to the info session, form a team with other participants with diverse disciplines, and develop your solution from scratch.
Participants Seeking Teams
Don't have an idea yet? No problem. Connect with others at the info session to either: (1) form a team and brainstorm ideas together, or (2) explore real-world challenges provided by our partner company Omatochi and contribute your skills to solving one of their problems.
Participants will receive:
Industry exposure and professional networking opportunities
Faculty and industry mentorship throughout the program
Hands-on workshops covering ideation, UX design, technical implementation, and pitching
Networking access at the WIL Forum
Award recognition for outstanding projects
Startup Grind Conference tickets for finalist teams and select continuing teams. Startup Grind Conference is a flagship Bay Area event that brings together the region's most influential founders, investors, and innovation leaders at the heart of the global startup ecosystem.
Potential grants to develop winning ideas (pending approval).