Think Inside the Box
Join the InCube Challenge!
What is the Incube Challenge
The InCube is an immersive innovation challenge where participants live in a glass cube for five days, tackling a real-world problem with a team of bright minds from around the world.
Through mentorship, teamwork, and rapid prototyping, teams create impactful solutions presented at the finale.
The InCube Journey
From Preparation to Innovation
PrepCube
Virtual Kickoff
Meet your peers and learn about the challenge.
PrepCube
Virtual Kickoff
OutCube
Swiss Alps Retreat
Get to know your team and prepare for the challenge.
OutCube
Swiss Alps Retreat
InCube
The Challenge
Live in a glass cube for five days, collaborate with your team, and develop a solution to a real-world problem.
InCube
The Challenge
Finale
Pitch & Win
Present your solution to judges, C-level executives, and 500 students to win the prizes of 10000 CHF.
Finale
Pitch & Win
Want to Join the Challenge?
Join the
Challenge
Pre-Sign
April 1 – May 7
Application
May 7 – June 1
Group Interview
June
Individual Interview
June
Final Decision
July – August
Outcube
7th - 11th October
Incube
13th - 17th October
Cubes and Challenges 2024
ThermoFisher Scientific
@ Hönggerberg, Zurich
How can Thermo Fisher leverage data within the context of its Clinical Trial Services to meet its net-zero sustainability goal?
Siemens x AWS
@ Europaplatz, Zurich
How might we leverage AI-driven solutions to enhance the intelligence, efficiency, and sustainability of digital buildings, while optimizing energy usage, occupant comfort, and building operations through innovative applications on the Building X platform?
Roche x IQVIA
@ Basel
How can we develop a new approach to ensure a good and consistent experience for patients & doctors, especially for lower-priority products?
Axpo
@ Paradeplatz, Zurich
How might we accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies by addressing public perception, financial incentives, and regulatory frameworks to bridge the gap between technical potential and market integration?
ABB x LUT University
@ Lappeenranta, Finland
How can we enable companies to strategically expand their service supply units using data-driven insights, market trends, customer demand, and other criteria, while leveraging their global manufacturing footprint and regional sales representatives network?
ABB
@ Polyterrasse, Zurich
What are the main challenges associated with covering the average monthly energy demand of Switzerland through green energy storage technology and, above all, how to solve them?
TransnetBW
@ Stuttgart
How can we motivate 15 to 29-year-olds to actively participate in the energy transition? And how can we accelerate the implementation of grid construction projects in their region through their involvement?
What to Expect
Work on real-world challenges
from top companies
Meet inspiring people
from experts to like-minded innovators
Learn new skills
in entrepreneurship, design, thinking & innovation
Push your limits
& step outside your comfort zone
Organized by
Passionate Innovators
We are a team of dedicated volunteers, entrepreneurs, and creative minds driven by a shared passion for innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving.
Our mission is to create an unforgettable experience where talented individuals come together to tackle real-world challenges, push boundaries, and turn bold ideas into reality.
Together, we make InCube a space where creativity thrives, connections grow, and impact begins.