TiLab membership is available to UIC students, faculty, staff, researchers, alumni, and community members. Startup companies can apply to become a tenant or affiliate. Solo entrepreneurs can apply for an individual membership.

Leases in TiLab are typically for 1-year. Renewal is based on company progress and the continued need for incubation services. The typical incubation period is 3 to 5 years.

TiLab Member Application

  • Affiliate Program

    The TiLab Affiliate Program is a pre-incubation program for early stage startup companies. The program is designed to help inventors and entrepreneurs gain access to TiLab’s services with the goal of becoming a tenant.

    To be considered for the affiliate program, applicants must be a life science, for-profit business and have a real need for the services offered through TiLab.

  • TiLab Tenancy

    Tenants at TiLab have full access to the tools and resources needed to create new ventures with social and economic impact. Applicants must be an early stage, life science company with a valid tax ID. Company must be financially solvent with a plan to raise sufficient capital.

    Applicants must have (or wish to have) an active relationship with UIC.

Have questions? Contact our team at techinnovationlab@uic.edu.