The INVEST European University Alliance has announced that applications are now open for the INVEST Incubator 2026. The initiative is open to participants from all partner universities, including the University of Milano-Bicocca.
INVEST Incubator supports students, researchers, and alumni in developing their business ideas into concrete projects with an international dimension.
WHAT IS THE INVEST INCUBATOR
The INVEST Incubator offers selected teams a four-month training and mentoring programme, designed to support the creation and growth of innovative start-ups.
Participants will benefit from:
- Entrepreneurial coaching and mentoring with international experts.
- Access to experts and resources from INVEST partner universities.
- Support in identifying funding opportunities.
- Networking with entrepreneurs across Europe.
- Visibility for their start-up projects.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The programme offers two tracks, depending on how far the business idea has progressed:
Pre-Incubation: for teams that have not yet registered a company or launched their product.
Incubation: for teams that have already registered a company or launched (or are about to launch) their product or Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
ELIGIBILITY
Applications are open to teams of at least two members, including at least one student, staff member or alumnus/alumna of an INVEST partner university, or an active stakeholder in one of the regional INVEST Living Labs.
INFO DAY
Join the INVEST Incubator Info Session to find out how to turn your innovative idea into an international business project.
WHEN?
5 November 2026 | 2:30 – 3:30 pm | Online Registration required
During the Info Day you will learn about:
How the INVEST Incubator works and its two tracks (Pre-Incubation and Incubation).
The mentoring, coaching, and international networking opportunities available.
The eligibility requirements and how to submit your application by 15 November 2026.
Register through the form to receive the link to the online Info Day.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE INVEST INCUBATOR
The deadline for INVEST Incubator applications is 15 November 2026.
For University of Milano-Bicocca applicants, the contact person is: Niccolò Maria Todaro – University of Milano-Bicocca, [email protected]
Selected teams will take part in a four-month coaching programme, with regular mentoring sessions and access to the expertise of INVEST partner institutions.
This initiative is a unique opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills, increase your international visibility and turn innovative ideas into sustainable businesses.
For more information and to submit your application, send an email to Niccolò Maria Todaro – University of Milano-Bicocca, [email protected]
Application deadline: 15 November 2026