Disruption Lab
The Disruption Lab pushes the frontier of innovation at Gies Business by harnessing disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and XR (VR/AR) to reshape industries. Through hands-on, cross-functional projects, students create real-world impact—delivering transformative solutions that address complex business challenges.
Driving Innovation at Gies Business
The Disruption Lab accelerates innovation at Gies Business by empowering students to architect and deploy emerging technologies through real-world commercial applications. By bridging academic theory with practical systems, Disruption Lab not only enhances business education but also helps fundamentally redefine it.
In partnership with Ernst & Young LLP (EY US), the Disruption Lab equips students to challenge the status quo and thrive in an era of constant disruption. Together, this collaboration aligns with EY’s mission to build a better working world – while preparing the next generation of leaders to do the same.
Disruption Lab Values
- Innovation through transparency – We operate in a radically open environment where ideas are rigorously stress-tested and shared freely to accelerate discovery.
- Create swiftly, refine with care – Our passion is evident in our swift development of high-tech prototypes and products, along with our bias toward execution.
- Forge bonds beyond code – While emerging technology is our medium, our connections of students across various disciplines and backgrounds are more profound than the projects we develop.
Contact Us
Interested in learning more about the Disruption Lab? Contact Adam King at adamking@illinois.edu.