Call for Applications 2026

De-TECH invites students (bachelor’s, master’s, PhD), academic staff (faculty and researchers), and non-academic staff (administrative and professional services) from higher education institutions across Europe to apply for a 10-week online structured entrepreneurship training and mentoring programme, aiming to build deep-tech entrepreneurial capacity, equip participants with fundamental business and innovation skills, and connect them with a strong European innovation and mentorship network. 

 

Why should you apply?

  • Gain hands-on experience in innovation management, market validation, business modelling, and funding strategies
  • Receive guidance from experienced mentors across Europe, including industry leaders and entrepreneurs
  • Connect with peers, corporates, and investors within the European innovation ecosystem
 
 Selection and Requirements:
  • Applicants must be affiliated with a university.
  • Active participation in weekly trainings and mentoring sessions is mandatory.
  • Both teams and individuals are welcome to apply.
  • Selection will be based on motivation, innovation potential, and commitment.

 

How to apply:

  • Interested candidates should submit the online application here, by 20 April 2026.
  • Trainings: starts in April 24, 2026 and ends in June 26, 2026.

For more information:
https://detechproject.eu/

For questions: detech@itu.edu.tr

 

🌱 Shape the future of agri-food!  Industry Challenges

 

Join the De‑TECH Innovation Tech Challenge 2026 – Agriculture & Food Edition by submitting your own real-world tech challenge focus on agriculture, food tech, bio-plastics, waste reuse, and soil health and connect with top student talent ready to develop innovative solutions.

 

📅April 12 – Deadline for companies

 

Bring your ideas to life and drive the next wave of innovation 🚀

#AgriTech #FoodInnovation #Sustainability #DeTECH2026

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