Join as a Partner and Drive Innovation in Digital@­Health

The Digital@Health Innovation Challenge brings together Switzerland’s top students, startups, and researchers to solve real-world challenges in AI, IT, and robotics for healthcare. We invite forward-thinking companies to join us as partners and present a challenge that will be tackled by interdisciplinary teams over a two-month program.

Why Partner with Us?

  • Access Cutting-Edge Innovation: Engage with young talent and researchers working on future-oriented healthcare solutions.
  • Solve Your Business Challenges: Teams will develop and prototype solutions tailored to your specific needs.
  • Be Part of the Swiss Innovation Ecosystem: Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and decision-makers in digital healthcare.
  • Gain Visibility: Strengthen your company’s reputation as an industry leader driving innovation.
  • Shape Future Talent: Contribute to the development of young professionals in entrepreneurship and problem-solving.

How It Works

  • Define a Challenge: Collaborate with us to craft a compelling real-world problem in healthcare digitalization.
  • Engage with Teams: Meet teams at the kickoff, provide insights, and follow their progress.
  • Prototype Development: Teams work under expert guidance from ZHAW Entrepreneurship, with mentorship and workshops.
  • Final Pitch Night: See innovative prototypes presented in front of an expert jury and industry leaders.

Confirmed Challenges  

to be announced soon!

How to contribute

  • Engagement: Companies actively participate by mentoring and providing feedback.
  • Collaboration: Teams may visit your facilities for deeper insights and practical problem-solving.

Timeline (29.09. – 28.11.2025)

  • September 29: Challenge kickoff
  • October – November: Hands-on innovation, mentorship, company visits
  • November 28: Final Pitch Night with industry decision-makers

Interested to partner up?

Contact: Prof. Dr. Yulia Sandamirskaya

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