UNM Tech Navigator Challenge
Kickoff Date
April 3, 2026
Competition Date
May 1, 2026
The UNM Tech Navigator Challenge is Back!
Transform existing technologies into products
Create a commercialization plan for an existing technology from one of our partners at the Air Force Research Lab and Sandia National Labs. A background in business is not necessary; your team will be given a mentor for guidance. Teams will create a pitch and pitch deck for your commercialization plan and present it to our panel of judges.
This competition is open to undergraduate and graduate students of any New Mexico Higher Education Institution. Come with a team (at least two students) or we will assign you one at the kickoff event.
Academic credit available
Three (3) academic credit hours available for participating! Ask us how!
Email Rebecca Rodriguez at rjrodriguez@unm.edu with any questions.
Tech Navigator Challenge Awards
1st Place: $10,000
2nd Place: $5,000
3rd Place: $3,000