This program empowers our doctoral researchers to transform their AI ideas into real-world prototypes and viable business models. Through expert support and a collaborative environment, participants are equipped to launch innovative ventures at the intersection of AI and entrepreneurship.
The Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems and Cyber Valley are teaming to bring you the seventh batch of the AI Incubator. This batch will run from October 10 to November 20, 2025 in Stuttgart and Tübingen. This intensive six-week program empowers doctoral researchers and Cyber Valley scientists to transform their AI ideas into real-world prototypes and viable business models.
Through six full-day sessions, participants will gain access to dedicated coaching from experienced entrepreneurs, connect with inspirational founders and investors, and receive hands-on training in team building, market analysis, prototyping and pretotyping, business models, and start-up pitching.
No prior start-up experience, team, or project is required—all the tools and support you need will be provided. The program culminates in a final pitch event, where participants present their projects to a top-class jury and compete for valuable prizes.
The Cyber Valley Start-up Incubation Program is designed to foster innovation at the intersection of AI and entrepreneurship. IMPRS-IS doctoral scholars earn 3 program credit points upon successful completion, making it both an academic and entrepreneurial milestone.
Program Highlights:
Six weeks of hands-on training and mentoring
Zero program costs – participation is fully funded
Access to leading experts, founders, and investors
Development of an AI prototype and business model
Final pitch to a jury with the chance to win prizes
Apply here: cyber-valley.de/en/ai-incubator
Batch #7 offers an unparalleled opportunity to take your research beyond the lab and onto the entrepreneurial stage. Don’t miss your chance to supercharge your AI start-up idea.
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