ZKB Pionierpreis Technopark
Deadline
25.09.2023
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The prize will be awarded to a project that introduces a new technology (product, process or concept) with innovative aspects at the frontier between science and industry. Emphasis is put on applicants who combine several ideas to form an innovative and competitive project. User-friendliness and marketability are additional factors considered by the jury.
Criteria
Entitled to take part in the competition for the Pionierpreis are any Swiss companies or their designated representatives that fulfil the assessment criteria below. Furthermore, students, academic assistants, academic staff, and postgraduate students preparing for their doctorate at any University in Switzerland or in Liechtenstein are eligible.
Assessment criteria: creativity, innovative value, social relevance, marketability / business model
Further criteria:
A maximum of 6 years (prior to June 30 of the award year) applies to the following:
- Since the company was founded (date of entry in trade register)
- Since patents for biotechnology projects were applied for