TU Darmstadt has an abundance of ideas: The TU Ideas Competition offers scientists, students, alumni and all members of TU Darmstadt the opportunity to present and advance their own innovative product, business ideas or research results with a view towards exploitation.

The ideas will be tested for their marketing and innovation potential by a jury of experts from start-ups, business, science and politics.

Who can participate?

All students, scientists, alumni and members of TU Darmstadt and h_da. Other teams can also apply, but it is important that one member has a connection to TU Darmstadt or h_da.

Application phase: from 1 April to 2 June 2025.

Why take part?

• In-depth expert feedback to help advance your idea
• Visibility for research-based innovation
• Access to networks across science, business, and our xchange ecosystem
• Total prize money of €18,000
• Presentation and award ceremony of the top ideas on October 30, 2025, at INNODAY25 – Start-up & Innovation Day in the darmstadtium

Click here for more information and the application form.