Join the Quantum Innovation Lab 2025
and explore how to launch your quantum startup idea.
Curious about how to turn your idea into a startup? Let’s find out!
Initiated by the University of Vienna and the VQC, Vienna Center for Quantum Science and Technology, the quantum innovation lab supports quantum researchers in exploring how their scientific work can be translated into practical applications, potentially leading to startups or other forms of commercialization.
This initiative is coordinated by the Entrepreneurship Team of the University of Vienna in collaboration with the VCQ and other research institutions, incubators and venture funds, and is supported by the Cluster of Excellence QuantA. As QAI Ventures, we are proud to support the initiative and are looking forward to welcoming the next generation of Founders in the Quantum Space.
About the program
In an intensive bootcamp, researchers gain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to navigate the journey from lab to market. Participants receive mentorship from industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs who offer valuable insights into the practical aspects of founding and running a quantum tech company. Find more information on the VQC website.
Application to the 2025 program
Registration for the 2025 program is now possible here
Details: The bootcamp covering the fundamentals of entrepreneurship will take place from 25–28 September in Bad Ischl, followed by weekly webinars on advanced topics, held on Wednesday afternoons from 1 October to 5 November. The program concludes with a Demo Day on 14 November in Vienna.
Who can apply? We invite motivated researchers at all stages of their careers, including Master and PhD students, postdocs, and PIs, to apply. Additionally, if you are not a quantum researcher but from a related field such as engineering and computer science and would like to work on an idea with a connection to quantum you are welcome to apply.
The program is free for researchers from participating institutions (see below). If you are affiliated with another institution, participation may still be possible if your organization agrees to cover the program fee. Please note: due to limited spaces and to avoid no-shows, a deposit will be collected which will be fully refunded to you after the program.
Join the info webinar on June 4 at 16:30 to learn more about the program.
Questions?
Interested in joining, but got some questions? Feel free to reach out.
Tobias Denzler, Head of Science and Technology at QAI Ventures
Reach out in advance to schedule a 1:1