
FoodTech Summer School 2025: Creating Business Ideas that Address Challenges in the World of Proteins
Are you passionate about food innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship?
The FoodTech Summer School 2025 is your chance to dive deep into the future of proteins, tackle real-world challenges, and develop market-ready business ideas with industry experts!
🗓 Dates: 10-day immersive program (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM)
📍 Location: Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)
đź’ˇ Credits: 6 ECTS
👩‍🔬 Open to: BSc & MSc students from all disciplines
Why Join?
By the end of the program, you will have:
-Gained insights into the role of FoodTech in sustainability & nutrition
-Explored industry challenges & opportunities through field visits
-Worked in multidisciplinary teams to develop a business idea
-Mastered pitching techniques to present to a panel of experts
-Applied design thinking & innovation strategies
-Connected with global peers & industry leaders
Final Pitch: Present your business idea to a jury of experts and gain valuable industry feedback!
Important Dates & Application Process
📌 Application Deadline: April 1, 2025
📌 Limited Spots: Only 24 participants will be selected!
Required Documents:
-CV in English (max. 2 pages)
-Short motivation email answering:
What experiences qualify you for this Summer School?
What do you hope to gain?
How will you contribute to group work?
đź“© Send your application to: Klara Kehnel (klara.kehnel@zhaw.ch)