Introducing CoLab
Turning Research into Real-World Solutions
CoLab bridges the gap between research and business. PhD students collaborate with experts to translate deep-tech research into practical applications. PhD applications for the 2026 edition are open again; student applications are expected around September-October 2026.
How it works
- The 2026 CoLab Programme is the current edition.
- PhD and researcher applications are open again.
- Student applications are expected around September-October 2026; students can already register for updates.
- Kickoff takes place on November 29, 2026; the final pitching competition follows on December 3, 2026.
- Workshop details will be announced soon.
- PhD meetups and community touchpoints continue to connect researchers and builders.
Discover CoLab
Community, Content, Competition
From idea-sharing meetups to behind-the-scenes stories and the flagship CoLab Programme, every track is designed to spotlight entrepreneurial research and the people behind it.
PhD Meetups
Build community, exchange ideas, and connect with entrepreneurial peers.
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Media
Stories, interviews, and insights from innovators across the ecosystem.
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CoLab Programme
PhD applications are open for CoLab 2026. Student applications are expected around September-October.
Learn MoreNeed the archive?
CoLab Programme 2025 and 2024 now live in the archive. Explore past teams, workshops, and finales while the 2026 edition opens for applications.
Who We Are
CoLab is an initiative of the ETH Entrepreneur Club. We are a student-driven, non-profit team dedicated to empowering research-driven founders and building a bridge between the lab and the market. Our community thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that innovation happens when diverse perspectives collide.
Join us across our upcoming meetups, workshops, and challenges—and help shape the next wave of deep-tech ventures coming out of ETH and beyond.
Supported by
Club Sponsors
