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Think Inside the Box

Think Inside the Box

Join the InCube Challenge!

Think Inside the Box

Think Inside the Box

Join the InCube Challenge!

Think Inside the Box

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.

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The InCube Journey

From Preparation to Innovation

PrepCube

PrepCube

Virtual Kickoff

Meet your peers and learn about the challenge in an immersive virtual environment.

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OutCube

OutCube

Swiss Alps Retreat

Get to know your team and prepare for the challenge in the beautiful Swiss Alps.

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InCube

InCube

The Challenge

Live in a glass cube for five days, collaborate with your team, and develop a solution to a real-world problem.

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Finale

Finale

Pitch & Win

Present your solution to judges, C-level executives, and 500 students to win the prizes of 10000 CHF.

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Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Discover what makes InCube a unique innovation experience.

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Want to Join the Challenge?

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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 Cube

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?

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Siemens x AWS Cube

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?

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Roche x IQVIA Cube

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?

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Axpo Cube

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?

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ABB x LUT University Cube

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?

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ABB Cube

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?

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TransnetBW Cube

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?

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Experience

What to Expect

Your InCube Journey Awaits

Work on real-world challenges

Work on real-world challenges

from top companies

Meet inspiring people

Meet inspiring people

from experts to like-minded innovators

Learn new skills

Learn new skills

in entrepreneurship, design, thinking & innovation

Push your limits

Push your limits

& step outside your comfort zone

Join hundreds of innovators who have transformed their ideas into reality through the InCube experience.

Organized By

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.

Past Cubees Experiences

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"Participating in the InCube challenge was an immensely exhilarating experience that I will always cherish. The experience taught me the value of empathy towards both the people and the problem at hand."

InCube Participant

Aveniq Cube 2022

Capture the InCube Experience

From intense workshops to celebration moments - explore our visual journey

Explore all 12+ photos from InCube events, workshops, and celebrations

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Current Sponsors & Partners 2025

Powering Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Outcube Davos powered by
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Our Sponsors

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UBS
UBS
ABB
ABB
Roche
Roche
IQVIA
IQVIA
Siemens
Siemens
JTI
JTI
Vitol
Vitol

Our Partners

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Richnerstutz
Richnerstutz
Davos Klosters
Davos Klosters
Swiss Finance Institute
Swiss Finance Institute
Swiss Engineering
Swiss Engineering
Innovation Club Fribourg
Innovation Club Fribourg
India Zelt
India Zelt
Digital Republic
Digital Republic
Optiverse
Optiverse
Tiny Fish
Tiny Fish

Thank You to All Our Partners

Your support makes InCube possible. Together, we're building the future of innovation and empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to solve real-world challenges.

Past Sponsors & Partners

Sponsors and Partners 2024

ABB
Amazon Web Services
Axpo
IQVIA
Roche
Siemens
Thermo Fisher Scientific
LUT University
TransnetBW
ETH Entrepreneur Club
Bundesverband Junge Energie e.V.
Dieci
India Zelt
Richnerstutz
Lutes

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