To actively contribute to the development of an innovative high-tech entrepreneurial community, we have developed the ACET Boost program in collaboration with the Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS).
Dedicated exclusively to the UdeS student community, this pre-incubation program aims to support student entrepreneurs in starting up their businesses, and to offer them the first level of access to ACET’s services.
The ACET Boost program offers 25 hours of personalized support over a period of 12 to 24 months, enabling students to develop the foundations of their business and their entrepreneurial spirit. Support is free and includes the following:
The ACET Boost program is geared to UdeS students who wish to develop or are currently developing a technology entreprise.
The ACET Boost program incorporates three key objectives:
By joining the ACET Boost program, a student commits to:
Throughout the pre-incubation phase, an evaluation committee made up of members from both ACET and the tech entrepreneurship team at UdeS, assesses the progress of the business project.
Once an entrepreneur completes the ACET Boost program, if he/she has made a full time commitment to developing a business, the ACET selection committee will assess eligibility for the regular coaching program.
To find out more about the selection criteria for ACET’s regular program, consult the “recruitment” section of our FAQ page.
Discover the Université de Sherbrooke entrepreneurs we’ve helped develop their startups and the impact their technological innovations have had on the world.
For us, nothing is more rewarding than seeing our entrepreneurs surpass themselves and reach new heights. These are the high-potential student projects we support to help them become technology companies.
2ndcor inc. develops a portable intermittent compression medical device to stabilize blood pressure and prevent falls related to cardiovascular disorders. With an innovative technology combining dynamic compression and real-time cardiac synchronization, its mission is to enhance the safety and autonomy of at-risk patients.
3DVertical provides FDM and SLA 3D printing services for prototyping, custom projects, and small-batch production. Our mission is to turn your ideas into tangible realities through our expertise in computer-aided design (CAD) and the use of 3D printing technologies.
AthlétiX Technologies specializes in high-performance training devices designed for elite athletes. Their system seamlessly adjusts resistance during strength training, simulating sport-specific conditions to better prepare athletes and prevent injuries. Its mission is to push the limits of human potential with a strong focus on athlete health.
AudIA proposes an AI-powered telephone medical triage system that helps clinics free up nurse time, enables doctors to see more patients, and prompts patients to clarify their expectations before consultations.
BardXpert revolutionizes roofing with automated tools that boost productivity and safety for roofers. Backed by a team of students in engineering and former roofers, our innovation is transforming the profession for a more efficient and sustainable future.
CHemp aims to make hemp cultivation more accessible and profitable in Quebec with an innovative solution: an agricultural machine that can defiber hemp stalks directly in the field.
Créméco is a Quebec-based company dedicated to innovation in the funeral industry. It designs and provides funeral directors with sustainable and responsible solutions that meet modern requirements for performance and environmental protection.
DT Pharmaceutical’s mission is to improve the quality of healthcare provided to patients by automating the production of oral syringes in pharmacies, thereby reducing medication errors.
Hexalence designs numerical molecular modelling approaches in order to accelerate scientific research. Its platform allows scientists to understand their chemical reactions at the microscopic level as well as to gain practical insights on how to favour the desired outcome. Its ultimate goal is to develop modern alchemy, which is the transmutation of electricity into knowledge.
HYPHTECH Inc. is specialized in the production of sustainable biomaterials derived from mycelium. We push the boundaries of science and technology to provide eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials, particularly through the sustainable production of non-animal leather from mycelium culture.
IonShield Systems aims to revolutionize the conditions of workers in the metal processing industry. The startup develops industrial solutions for capturing welding fumes specifically for manufacturers of large closed metal tanks. Its mission is to decontaminate environments where the workforce is exposed to contaminants in the air.
MedAssistant develops software solutions that automate the collection of clinical information and the generation of medical notes. Its mission is to optimize the work of doctors and other healthcare professionals, so that they can concentrate on what matters most: their patients.
At MedTrax Systems, our mission is to improve the quality of healthcare through impactful innovations. As a Quebec-based entrepreneurial project, we aim to revolutionize the practice of femoral traction with a new system that meets the needs of both patients and healthcare professionals.
Skin-IA is an innovative company leveraging artificial intelligence and advanced microscopy to revolutionize the diagnosis and monitoring skin diseases, including skin cancer. Our mission is to empower dermatologists with cutting-edge technology, enhancing early detection and personalized patient care through precise surface and deep-tissue analysis.
Territory Intelligence is an interactive web platform that combines geomatics, artificial intelligence, and local data to recommend the best business locations. Our mission is to make advanced territorial analysis accessible to municipalities and businesses to stimulate sustainable and strategic economic development in the region.
Our team is always available to answer your questions and respond to your requests. Don’t hesitate to write to us, whatever your needs. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
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