The StartUP Factory is a three-day workshop in which participants work together in a team to develop a product idea into an innovative business idea. Read more. The StartUP Factory has once again demonstrated the immense innovation potential of 52 hours. Since , this annual event has been a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts to develop business ideas and create a Minimal Viable Product using the Lean Startup methodology.
In November, 70 participants from various academic disciplines came together to work in interdisciplinary teams on innovative business ideas. The kickoff event on Thursday marked the starting point: 18 ideas were presented, ultimately forming 11 teams.
Supported by experienced mentors, the teams worked intensively to refine their concepts. The mentors provided valuable guidance on topics such as market analysis, customer value, and product development.
After intense work, the teams presented their ideas to a panel of experts on Saturday afternoon β with impressive results. The top three projects were awarded prizes:. In addition to the monetary prizes, two special awards were granted this year: six months of free office space at the BioPark or TechBase. The winners of these awards are:.
In addition to the award-winning projects, the event showcased several other promising initiatives:. Information on participation and registration will be announced on this homepage. Get ready to shine: In this two-day pitch training, aspiring entrepreneurs and start-ups learned how to impress investors and juries with a compelling pitch. Practical exercises, direct feedback, and valuable tips from experts made this training the perfect preparation for their next big milestone.
