Lab2Market@Técnico Acceleration Program

Técnico's innovation acceleration program, organised with NTT DATA and i-Deals, to help turn technologies developed at Técnico into products that solve real problems.

Who can apply

Faculty, researchers, PhD and Master’s students of Técnico who are developing a technology with market potential.

Teams of 2 to 5 people
Participation is free

How it works

Over 9 weeks, selected teams get 250 hours of consulting and training from specialised consultants:

Shape the idea (weeks 1–4): build your business model and your pitch.
Validate in the market (weeks 5–9): collect market feedback and validate your technology with real customers.

The program usually runs from March to May, with workshops, one-to-one meetings with mentors and a final pitch event on the Alameda campus.

What you get

Skills to engage with companies and investors
Better preparation for competitive funding calls
Eligibility for other acceleration programs
A clear view of your technology’s market potential

Selection

Applications are reviewed by a jury of Técnico members and i-Deals mentors. They look at the team, how innovative the technology is, the problem it solves and where it can be applied, the market, and your motivation to take part.

When to apply

Applications usually open in January and February. Dates, the application form and past editions are on the TT@Técnico website.