Are you ready to build the next groundbreaking biotech startup?
Join our competition for early-stage startups
BioIncubate Ignite opens the door for entrepreneurial students to turn their bold biotech ideas into real-world solutions
You bring the idea, the passion and the drive to innovate
We provide the essential funding, lab space and expert guidance to help you succeed!
Meet potential teammates, exchange ideas, and start building your team at our Bonfire Mixer.
Prepare your application with a 3-5 page summary of your business & research proposal.
If you’re among the top teams you will be invited to pitch your ideas in a 5-minute presentation at our selection event where the two best teams will be admitted into the Build Phase.
PROGRAM DETAILS
The top 2 teams, each receiving a CHF 8,000 grant, will spend the next six months developing their project in the lab, refining their technology, and building a viable business plan.
At the end of the Build Phase, both teams will showcase their idea in front of an expert jury, with the best team receiving a CHF 5,000 cash prize.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
You are welcome to apply for the program if:
Your team consists of 2–6 members.
At least one team member is currently a student (Bachelor, Master’s, or PhD) or a postdoc at a Swiss university.
You’re ready to put in some time and energy: the program is designed to fit alongside your studies, but it does require steady commitment.
If your project involves lab work, most of your team should be in Zürich during the build phase to make use of the lab space we can offer.
