Capstone Catalyst Workshop: Understanding the Problem with Professor Larry Smith

Capstone Catalyst, funded by the Esch Foundation, is designed to give your capstone project real-world momentum.

Thursday, February 5, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Designed to complement your academic journey, this program offers a space to develop a project with genuine market potential. It is an opportunity to explore problem spaces and ideas in a supportive environment that encourages risk-taking and innovation.

Program Highlights:

  • Real-World Context: Identify problems worth solving in the actual market.
  • Commercial Viability: students can secure seed funding to prototype and test concepts through their capstone project.
  • Mentorship: Access guidance to help turn your project into a potential venture.

Workshop: Understanding the Problem with Professor Larry Smith
📅 Thursday, February 5th @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm
📍 E5, Room 3102


Hosted by the Problem Lab. Students will learn how to identify, dissect, and deeply understand problems with the potential for disruptive economic and social impact.

Register now! Limited spots available. 


If you’re applying to the Problem Pitch Competition this term and exploring a Global Futures challenge, Capstone Catalyst helps you take it further.