Open Calls

The current cooperation program on the thematic priorities “Positive innovation climate” and “Intelligent use of scarce resources for living and settlement areas” calls for project ideas on one thematic priority each or project ideas that combine the two thematic priorities. The projects must be innovative, practical and feasible for the members of the Zurich Metropolitan Area Association (cantons, cities, municipalities) in a partnership-based and interdisciplinary manner. In this way, they contribute to strengthening innovation and competitiveness and to consolidating the metropolitan area as a leading business, education and research location. The invitation to tender is based on a selective, two-stage procedure. It is aimed at universities of applied sciences, universities, clubs and associations, NGOs, think tanks and companies. You can find more information in the documents.

More visibility for digital innovations: With the Outreach Call, we support projects that contribute to greater visibility of DIZH activities within and outside the partner universities and promote networking between research, society and practice. Eligible applicants: Members of the University of Zurich, ZHAW, ZHdK and PHZH.

We’re excited to share that the 7th edition of the Sustainable Food Challenge, run by MassChallenge Switzerland and powered by committed industry partners, is now open for applications until November 17th.

Over the years, this initiative has enabled 250+ meaningful collaborations between startups and global food leaders — driving co-development, real-world product validation, and the adoption of sustainable innovations.

Startups selected for the Challenge will have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate directly with leading corporates and experts;
• Validate their solutions through real-world pilots;
• Build strategic connections with customers and investors.

If your startup is working on Sustainable Food & Feed Solutions, AgTech, Side Streams, Packaging & Materials, or Supply Chain and Manufacturing, this is your moment to scale with the right partners.

Do you belong to the top mobile startups in Switzerland and want to boost your future? Then apply to be one of the 10 startups of the Swiss National Startup Team, the Venture Leaders Mobile. This year, you’ll join 4YFN, the official startup platform of MWC, a global hub for tech creators, investors, and corporate innovators. Showcase your innovation, connect with leading players, and take your startup to the next level.

Those eligible to apply and participate:

• Founding and managing members of Swiss-based mobile startups
• Pioneering startup ideas in telecommunication (cloud, security, virtualization), intelligent connectivity (IOT, 5G, AI, AR/VR), digital health, energy, or engineering
• Ready to grow your business with investors, building a global mobile startup