This 6 ECTS- and Triple-E Award-winning program is modelled on the pioneering Stanford Biodesign training to identify major market opportunities and invent high potential digital health solutions (e.g. AI-based cancer detection, patient apps or DTx) or medical devices (e.g. implants). It provides hands-on experience in shadowing patients and physicians, develop a compelling product idea and…
Seasonal schools aren’t just a summer affair, autumn, winter, and spring bring exciting opportunities for EELISA students as well. Take the GenAI Lab Experience, for example: a challenge-based learning program focused on designing the next generation of sustainable buildings. Over four days, students explored Generative AI and Design Thinking, learning how to transform these tools…
For the fourth year in a row, EELISA institutions came together to bring EELISA Days to life: a full month of dynamic activities, inspiring lectures, creative competitions, and cross-border collaboration. Students, academics, staff, and external partners from all ten institutions contributed to an atmosphere of shared purpose and innovation. Across 62 diverse activities, this edition…
Entrepreneurship education is evolving. Beyond teaching the fundamentals of business planning and financial modeling, it now carries a greater mission: to prepare the next generation of founders as responsible, ethical leaders. Today’s entrepreneurs are not only builders of companies—they are also shapers of society, entrusted with balancing economic success, democratic values, and social responsibility. In…
The Sustainability Booster is a structured program designed to support the development and advancement of sustainable start-up initiatives. Whether participants already lead a sustainability-focused start-up, seek to test a new idea, or wish to contribute their skills to an existing project, the program provides a platform for meaningful engagement and collaboration. Participants will have the…
Imagine being able to take part on a journey through Europe meeting colleagues and sharing experiences. This is excatly what you will be able to do by participating in the EELISA Job Shadowing Programme. This opportunity offers staff members from all partner institutions a flexible and tailored experience to explore how colleagues work across…
From 24th August – 5th September 2025, high in the Swiss Alps, in the midst of nature, the unspoilt mountain village of Falera, will host ISUenergy 2025, an interdisciplinary academic program focused on the future of sustainable energy. This collaborative programme, organized by EELISA, ZHAW and the association ISUres, is open to students supported by…
2024 was the warmest year on record! In a context of an ever warming climate, adapting to the effects of climate change is becoming urgently important – especially in cities, as hot summer days pose a particular problem in densely populated urban areas. Thus innovative solutions for urban climate adaptation are needed. In this hands-on…
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)💡 Credits: 6 ECTS👩🔬…
After this course you will have – Invent a new product based on real customer insights – Understand challenges in digital/tech projects – Collaborate in x-faculty student teams – Grow your innovator and industry network and… HAVE FUN! Course Programme This 6 ECTS- and Triple-E Award winning program is modelled on the pioneering Stanford…