Founders & Funders Lab by MIT Reality Hack
Home for Deeptech, AI, and XR
Drawing on the innovation ecosystems of MIT and Reality Hack to empower visionary founders and forward-thinking investors, we support the creation of transformative deep tech ventures that solve meaningful, real-world problems.
Physical AI
Spatial Computing
Neurotech
Robotics
Wearables
Sustainability
Entertainment
Medicine
Aerospace
Manufacturing
Physical AI Spatial Computing Neurotech Robotics Wearables Sustainability Entertainment Medicine Aerospace Manufacturing
MIT Ecosystem
Direct access to world-class academic resources, talents, and experts from MIT
Industry Network
Partnerships with leading tech companies, nonprofits, and investment institutes
Learning Opportunity
Curated events and resources to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologeis
For Entrepreneurs
Founders Lab
An application-based global community supporting entrepreneurs who blend cutting-edge technology with purpose for lasting impact in healthcare, education, sustainability, entertainment, and beyond.
Gain access to capital
Connect with like-minded founders
Learn from expert-led sessions
Stay accountable within community
For Investors & Partners
Funders Lab
A membership-based trusted network helping investors and funding organizations understand emerging technologies and become better partners in supporting the founders shaping the future across different sectors.
Gain access to startups
Connect with other strategic investors
Learn from industry experts
Stay informed on the latest trends
For Everyone
Global + In-Person Community
We are building global and local communities spanning both virtual platforms (Discord and newsletter) and physical local chapters, bringing together everyone working in deeptech, AI, and XR to collaborate, share knowledge, and drive innovation.
Sign up for our newsletter
Explore local chapters (Currently available in London, Boston, and New York)
Volunteer with us to drive impact
Partners
Our Team
Nemo Shi
Managing Director
William Reed de Oliveira
Managing Director
Maria Rice
Executive Director, MIT Reality Hack
Haseeb Musa
Partnership Director
Amrutha Killada
Startup Program Director
Volunteer with us!
2025-26 Season Sponsor
Season Sponsorship is Open
Title Sponsorship
A premier partnership for one funding organization or corporate partner, providing a unique opportunity to shape the Founders & Funders Lab community, support key initiatives, and gain exclusive visibility throughout the 2025-26 period.
Co-branding across all events, content, and communications*
Priority access to vetted startups in the network
Opportunity to co-launch the annual startup call
Free tickets to affiliated and partner conferences
Invitations to exclusive member events
Featured recognition on website and social media