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All you need for your Startup: Resources, mentors, courses and tailored events.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your startup to the next level, we've got you covered. Join a tailored journey to kickstart your Startup. Through ZHAW entrepreneurship the Startup ecosystem is at your disposal. Let's make your startup journey a success!

Find the help and tools you need to launch and build your startup. Through ZHAW entrepreneurship the Startup ecosystem is at your disposal.

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Academia-Industry Training (AIT) Nepal

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  • Switzerland and Nepal
  • 0
    ECTS

AIT Nepal provides the support you need to navigate the innovation ecosystems in both Nepal and Switzerland, bringing your solution closer to market readiness.

HealthTech Summer School (Msc)

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  • ZHAW Winterthur / Clinics
  • 6
    ECTS

Creating disruptive health AI and medical device solutions from patient needs to investor pitch.

FoodTech Summer School (BSc & Msc)

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  • ZHAW Campus Lagerstrasse, Wädenswil and around Zurich
  • 6
    ECTS

Creating business ideas that address challenges in the world of proteins - from unmet needs to a ready-to-pitch business idea

EELISA Digital Health & Well-Being Summer School

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  • ZHAW Winterthur, School of Health Sciences
  • 3
    ECTS

Join this hands-on, 1-week program to team up across disciplines and create innovative solutions for digital health and well-being!

ClimateTech Summer School (BSc & MSc): Innovations for Urban Climate Adaptation and Protection

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  • ZHAW Winterthur
  • 3
    ECTS

In this program you will work in interdisciplinary teams to co-develop innovative ideas for resilient and liveable cities.

ServiceRobotics@ HealthCare Innovation Challenge

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  • Zurich, tba. Kick-off & Pitch in Future Hub by Bridge
  • ECTS

Join the Digital Health Innovation Challenge to develop real-world AI, IT, and robotics solutions for healthcare alongside industry experts and peers!

Food Innovation Challenge

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  • Zürich
  • ECTS

Join the Innovation Challenge: Team up with experts to create real solutions for the Swiss food system & pitch your ideas to industry leaders!

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04
Jun

Grill & Chill 2026

Stadtkaserne Frauenfeld
12
Jun

Idea Dating Event

ZHAW Zürich, Toni-Areal, 6.T46
05
Nov

Startup Nights - The most important nights of the year for entrepreneurs

Eulachhallen Winterthur
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Resources
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Technopark Allianz

At eight locations across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Technoparks provide office space, support for startups, and foster technology transfer.
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ASCENT Startup Accelerator

The ASCENT Startup Accelerator program designed for startups enables companies at Technopark Winterthur to accelerate their expansion and the achievement of the
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KlimUp

Zürich’s Health and Environment Department has initiated a unique program, KlimUp, to support start-ups and non-profit organizations (NPOs) that align with the
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Innobooster by Innosuisse

The Innosuisse Innovation Booster, a dynamic open innovation platform, is a game-changer for entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators across Switzerland.
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Winti Ventures

Winti Ventures connects startups with investors in Winterthur, offering funding, visibility, and networking opportunities to drive entrepreunerial success.
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Runway Incubator

Runway Incubator supports tech and innovative startups with mentoring, office spaces, workshops, and partnerships at Technopark Winterthur.
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Find the templates, tools, software and much more you need to take your idea a step further.

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