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Hi, it is the InCube Challenge
InCube is an international innovation competition. It is the first gateway to entrepreneurship for brilliant young minds across the globe. Apply from any background and any university and we cover all expenses!
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What is the InCube Challenge?
The InCube Challenge is a two-week-long innovation challenge that consists of three parts: PrepCube, OutCube and InCube. During PrepCube you will meet the other participants online for the first time. During OutCube you will come to Switzerland and have a retreat to train and bond with the others. During InCube you will live with your team for 5 days inside a glass Cube in one of the Cube locations around the world and solve the challenge.
OutCube
Prep it
InCube
Do it
PostCube
Grow it
Last year's challenges
Cubes & Challenges 2024
Discover last year’s challenges our sponsors have provided
Siemens x Amazon Web Services @ 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?
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 footprint1 and regional sales representatives network?
Thermo Fisher Scientific @ Hönggerberg, Zurich
How can Thermo Fisher leverage data within the context of its Clinical Clinical Trial Services to meet its net-zero sustainability goal?
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?
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?
Roche x IQVIA @ Basel
How can we develop a new approach to ensure a good and consistent experience for patients & doctors, especially for these lower-priority products?
Testimonials
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.
Mayank Garg
Aveniq Cube 2022
The experience itself was really enriching, both the weekend in Crans Montana and the Incube itself. There I had the opportunity to meet amazing and fun people, above all allowed me to learn about the culture in South Africa, as that year there was a cube there.
Lluís Pastor Pérez
Hilti Cube 2021
In case you were wondering, yes… it is as cool as it sounds. Actually… it is even more! InCube is not only a competition: it it is stepping out of your comfort zone.
Chiara Bertoglio
Roche x IQVIA Cube 2022
So many great memories. It feels like I experienced two years in two weeks! Working and living in a glass cube with 4 strangers for 5 days was intense and exciting, but most of all it was a life lesson.
Nektarios Totikos
Roche x IQVIA Cube 2022
InCube is an experience where in a short time, you walk out as a changed person. Since then, I have continuously been seeking discomfort. it is an experience that is absolutely transformational and worth the shot.
Muskaan Vadya
Richnerstutz Cube 2021
Participating in the InCube Challenge (2020) changed the trajectory of my student life in an incredible way. I met so many phenomenal people, some of whom are my closest friends today.
Aashna Majmudar
Alpine Edition 2020
