The INVEST European Universities Alliance announced the opening of applications for the INVEST Incubator. This initiative is open to participants from all partner universities, including the University of Milano-Bicocca.
This initiative is designed to support students, researchers, and alumni in developing their entrepreneurial ideas into concrete business projects with an international dimension.
About the INVEST Incubator
The INVEST Incubator provides selected teams with a four-month training and mentoring program aimed at supporting the creation and growth of innovative start-ups. Participants will benefit from:
- Entrepreneurship coaching and mentoring from international experts.
- Access to specialists and resources from INVEST partner universities.
- Support in acquiring financial opportunities.
- Networking with other start-up teams within the Alliance.
- Visibility for their entrepreneurial projects.
Program Structure
The Incubator offers two tracks, depending on the stage of development of the business idea:
- Pre-Incubation Program: for teams who have not yet registered their business or launched their Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
- Incubation Program: for teams who have already registered their business and launched (or are close to launching) their MVP.
Eligibility
Applications are open to teams that include at least one student, staff member, or alumnus/alumna from an INVEST partner university, or an active stakeholder in one of the regional INVEST Living Labs. Each team must be composed of at least two members.
Application Process
The deadline for submitting applications is 30 November 2025.
For candidates from the University of Milano-Bicocca, the reference contact is: Elisabetta Marafioti – University of Milano-Bicocca, [email protected]
Selected teams will participate in a four-month coaching program, with regular mentoring sessions and access to the expertise of INVEST Alliance institutions. This initiative represents a unique opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills, gain international exposure, and transform innovative ideas into sustainable businesses.