Empowering innovators to build and grow successful ventures
I2N helps people turn their ideas into successful businesses. We give you access to a supportive community, provide mentors, customers, and funding. Whether you're a student, researcher, or startup founder, our programs teach business skills, test ideas, and help you grow faster.
Our programs
Pre-accelerator
The Pre-accelerator helps ambitious founders quickly and cost-effectively validate market pathways for their ideas, inventions, or research projects. You'll put yourself in the best position to work through one of our Accelerator programs.
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Accelerators
Transform your startup journey with our specialised accelerator streams. Our programs provide founders with hands-on experience and expert support to validate, build, and scale their ventures.
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Join the Hub co-working community
The I2N Hub supports our region’s business and innovation, providing you with the space, tools, and connections you need to grow your startup. Whether you need a desk for a day, or office space for your growing team, our memberships have something to offer.
Enrol in our university courses
Discover entrepreneurship as part of your undergraduate degree with an I2N-led elective course - no pre-requisites required.
I2N Workshop Unlocks AI Potential for Entrepreneurs and Professionals Across the Region
The University of Newcastle’s Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) recently hosted a dynamic, hands-on workshop designed to empower students, entrepreneurs, and business professionals with the practical skills needed to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI).
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Performance begins with well-being
Alicia and Dan Edge, both entrepreneurial partners and spouses, shared their remarkable journey of founding a nutrition startup while balancing family life at I2N's Startup Stories event at I2N Hub Honeysuckle on Wednesday 5th of March.
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I2N Pre-Accelerator expands to Central Coast
The University of Newcastle is expanding its successful I2N Pre-Accelerator program into the Central Coast, providing two location options for the 2025 intake.
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Lyngo's AI receptionist lets no opportunity go unanswered.
Cameron Moore, Alumnus of The University of Newcastle and co-founder of Lyngo AI, is revolutionising healthcare communication with an AI-powered receptionist solution that's transforming how medical practices handle patient engagement.
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Driving Innovation in the Hunter: Meet I2N's 2024 Scaleup Cohort
Meet the I2N Scaleup Program cohort
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Startup stars of 2024 turning ideas into impact
Meet the I2N Accelerator changemakers for 2024
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.