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Introducing CoLab

Turning Research into Real-World Solutions

CoLab bridges the gap between research and business. PhD students collaborate with experts to translate deep-tech research into practical applications through a structured program of BootCamp, KickOff, workshops, and the final pitching competition.

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How it works

  • BootCamp & KickOff to align teams around real industry needs.
  • A workshop track that accelerates problem-solving and entrepreneurial thinking.
  • Coaching from experienced researchers, founders, and ecosystem partners.
  • A final pitching competition that turns research into action.

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Community, Content, Competition

From idea-sharing meetups to behind-the-scenes stories and the flagship CoLab Competition, every track is designed to spotlight entrepreneurial research and the people behind it.

Who We Are

CoLab is an initiative of the ETH Entrepreneur Club. We are a student-driven, non-profit team dedicated to empowering research-driven founders and building a bridge between the lab and the market. Our community thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that innovation happens when diverse perspectives collide.

Join us across our upcoming meetups, workshops, and challenges—and help shape the next wave of deep-tech ventures coming out of ETH and beyond.

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