Vipo.AI Transforms Parenting Support with AI-Powered Therapy Assistant
For the millions of parents struggling with children’s behavioral issues, help often seems out of reach. Amr Zaid (Questrom’26) is working to change that through Vipo.AI, an innovative application that brings professional-level parenting guidance directly to families’ smartphones. “The problem is parents can’t find ways to help their children,” explains Amr. “You probably see […]
CollegeBuddy: Reimagining College Applications for India’s 140 Million Students
When Joy Prashant Mehta (Questrom’25) applied to colleges in the United States, United Kingdom, and India, he noticed a stark contrast in the application processes. While the US and UK had streamlined systems like the Common App and UCAS, applying to Indian institutions meant visiting each college’s website individually and repeatedly entering the same information. […]
Idori is Making Sustainability Second Nature Through Early Childhood Education
From a simple cardboard box for reusing paper to nationwide partnerships with environmental nonprofits, Noah Sorin (Questrom’24) is transforming how children learn about sustainability through his startup, Idori. “Teaching children about sustainability is a real issue because most parents and educators find sustainability too complex, anxiety-inducing, and time-consuming to teach children at a young […]
BrightBook is Turning the Page on Teacher Burnout with Help from AI
In a time when American teachers face unprecedented burnout rates, Tommy Ross (Questrom’24) is developing a solution that aims to transform the educational landscape. As founder and CEO of BrightBook, Tommy has identified what he calls “the dual crisis in education.” “Teachers are now the most burnt-out profession in the United States, with 80% of […]
Meet the Finalists of the 2025 New Venture Competition!
Innovate@BU is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 $80K New Venture Competition. After a competitive selection process, ten student-led ventures have advanced to the final round where they will pitch for their share of $80,000 in non-dilutive funding. The competition features two distinct tracks: The General Track showcases ventures with innovative business models […]
Behind the Scenes with the Hosts of Innovators’ Night 2025!
Every year, Innovators’ Night, hosted by Innovate@BU, brings together Boston’s brightest minds and creative thinkers. From New Venture Competition pitches to immersive tabling events, it’s more than just a conference—it’s a celebration of entrepreneurship, community, and innovation. Hear from this year’s dynamic emcees of Innovators’ Night 2025, Riya Shukla (CAS’25) and Remi Chester (Questrom’25), about […]