Challenge
Work on strategic innovation challenges defined by our corporate partners. You develop first solution approaches and assess how your expertise can address relevant industry needs.
The BRYCK Challenge is a 2-day sprint designed to turn industry challenges into early-stage innovation concepts.
Program Overview
Target group:
Students, researchers, PhD candidates, and early innovators from STEM, life sciences, economics, design, and related fields
Cost:
Free for all participants; the program is funded by our corporate and institutional partners
Duration:
2 days, twice per year, challenge dates are announced per topic
Your Benefits at a Glance
Research-to-Market Insights
Gain expert guidance to work on corporate challenges. Learn how ideas can evolve into early innovation concepts or problem–solution fits.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Work alongside like-minded aspiring founders from diverse backgrounds, exchange perspectives, and challenge each other. Together, you translate complex research ideas into first solution approaches.
Ticket to the BRYCK universe
Pitch your business idea to a jury of industry leaders, researchers, and investors — and unlock access to our entire network through follow-up opportunities like Bootcamps.
Program Outcome
Validated potential
A clear understanding of the application and market relevance of your idea
Early concepts
First concepts or validated solution approaches
Industry fit
Direct input from corporate partners and experts to sharpen your direction
Next-step readiness
A strong foundation for moving into further formats such as Bootcamps
Application requirements
Bring your research — or your strengths:
You can join with your own research results or an idea and the motivation to found.
Innovation drive:
You are motivated to think entrepreneurially or impact-oriented — no prior experience in startups or business administration required.
Team mindset:
You are willing to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and are open to feedback.
On-site participation:
You can join the full program in person.
Larissa Gajewski