Develop solutions & define the implementation

Gain insights from innovators and expand your network
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► 19 March 2026
► Researchers | UZH Innovation community

Explore the market potential for research-based innovations
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► apply by 1 March 2026
► Researchers I UZH

Kick-off innovation initiatives
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► apply any time
► Researchers, Early Career Researchers and Staff I UZH

Benefit from personal advice for your startup-project
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► check-in anytime
► all future entrepreneurs @UZH 

Find co-founders or project supporters at UZH with skills and experience
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► check-in anytime
► Project owners or entrepreneurs I UZH

UZH Funding & Resources for Proof of Concept and Market Viability
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► next call opens February 2026
► Master's students | PhDs | Postdocs | UZH

Cross-university program for an entrepreneurial career (2-4 semesters)
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► application closed - join the interest list
► Master's Students | PhDs | CH Universities

Support for startups in 3 steps: Present your business idea to get the first kick
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► apply anytime
► Spinoff projects I Startups

Access expertise on transforming ideas in life sciences
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► check-in anytime
► Lifescience Researchers

Find out the best protection for your innovation and research results
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► check-in anytime
► Master's students | PhDs | Reserachers

Pitch your idea, showcasing a breakthrough that positively impacts science and society
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► application closed - next call in summer 2026
► Students, Early Career Researchers