From Lab to Market Challenge
North Semifinals
Join the Semifinals North Region of the From Lab to Market Challenge 2026 (FLTMC) on 20.05.2026 from 14:00 to 18:00 at EINS, TU Berlin.
The FLTMC is an annual competition where researchers take their projects beyond the lab and develop them into business concepts with guidance, training, and feedback from experienced experts.
At the North Region Semifinals, selected teams from across the region will take the stage to pitch their innovations and compete for a spot in the FLTMC national finals.
What to expect
High-energy pitches from emerging startups
Insights and feedback from experts
Opportunities to connect with key players from science and the startup ecosystem
A dynamic atmosphere full of ambition and innovation
See how scientific projects develop into startup pitches, get inspiration for your own ideas, and support your favourite team.
The event is open to all.
Registration is free, but tickets are limited.
The event will be in English
Preliminary Agenda
14:00 Welcome
14:15 Idea Pitches (5×5 min)
14:50 Keynote
15:00 Idea Pitches (6×5 min)
15:40 Cake & network
16:15 Road to the finals LIVE call
16:30 Award ceremony & next steps
16:45 Networking
