Celebrating the Trailblazers of the 2025 Global Futures
At the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, innovation is not just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of everything we do.
As we look toward the future, we are thrilled to spotlight some of the exceptional students in our community who have been featured in the University of Waterloo's Global Futures: Innovation Update 2025.
These students are making waves with groundbreaking ideas that could change the world. From tackling food waste to advancing medical diagnostics, these individuals are showing that the future of entrepreneurship is in good hands.
Eugenia Dadzie and Nicole Schulz (LeBlanc): Turning Food Waste into a New Bioplastic
Entrepreneurial PhD Fellows in the part-time MBET program, Eugenia Dadzie and Nicole Schulz (LeBlanc), are driving a sustainable innovation with their team's venture, MetaCycler BioInnovations. By focusing on the growing global issue of food waste, they’re developing an eco-friendly bioplastic that can help reduce landfill contributions and carbon footprints.
Their work promises to create a new, sustainable material that could transform industries like packaging, textiles, and beyond. With sustainability at the heart of their solution, they’re not just innovating—they’re making a lasting environmental impact.
Read more: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/global-futures/turning-food-waste-new-bioplastic
Jack deGooyer: Building the Perfect Quantum Camera
For those at the intersection of quantum computing and imaging, Jack deGooyer is an exciting name to watch. Jack is an Entrepreneurial PhD fellow in the part-time MBET program. He and his fellow researcher are developing a cutting-edge quantum camera that could revolutionize industries ranging from medical imaging to communications.
Their research focuses on enhancing imaging capabilities at the quantum level, which could dramatically increase the precision and efficiency of various technologies. With quantum tech rapidly advancing, this work could be pivotal in unlocking new frontiers in the field.
Read more: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/global-futures/building-perfect-quantum-camera
CT Murphy and Ibukun Elebute: Advancing Cervical Cancer Diagnosis with Nanotechnology
CT Murphy partnered with part-time MBET student Ibukun Elebute and together are working on a revolutionary project that aims to improve cervical cancer detection. Their company, CELLECT Laboratories, is leveraging nanotechnology to create a more accurate and accessible diagnostic tool for cervical cancer.
By using innovative nanosensors, their technology could enable faster, cheaper, and more reliable detection methods, ultimately saving lives and improving patient outcomes globally. Their work is a powerful example of how science and entrepreneurship can come together to solve critical health challenges.
Read more: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/global-futures/cellect-transforms-cervical-cancer-diagnosis-nanotechnology
Miraal Kabir: Bringing Profits Back to Local Farmers with SAFI
In a world where supply chain challenges often hurt local farmers, Safi is helping change the narrative. Co-founded by Miraal Kabir, who completed an Enterprise Co-op at the Conrad School during the Spring 2023, SAFI connects small-scale farmers with direct market opportunities, bypassing middlemen who often reduce their profits.
By empowering farmers with technology and better access to resources, Miraal is helping to drive economic sustainability in agriculture, benefiting farmers and communities alike. SAFI’s success is a testament to the power of entrepreneurship in addressing global economic disparities.
Read more: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/global-futures/safi-brings-profits-back-local-farmers-while-ensuring
These students represent the bold vision and creativity nurtured at the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business. Each of their projects is a reminder that innovation is not just about developing new products—it's about making a meaningful difference in the world. We are excited to see where their work will take them and look forward to their continued contributions to global change.
Read the more about these inspiring individuals in the full Global Futures: Innovation Update.