Let's innovate future materials together!
We want you! Our innovation program calls upon researchers, professionals, students as well as startups and innovative companies to develop new approaches or to apply existing solutions for 3 real-world challenges from our major partners Aliaxis, Knauf and Würth.
By offering prize money, collaboration & funding programs and exclusive events, our program will enable you to give your career, your solution, or your company the boost it deserves.
€15,000
prize pool & invaluable opportunities
3
industry-leading partners
December 19, 2023
deadline to participate
Timeline
Our Challenges
Browse the challenges that are open for participation at the moment.

Adhesive Technology for Drinking Water Pipes
As resources such as water are becoming scarce, the demand for clean water is on the rise. In this challenge, we aim to find novel adhesive approaches for bonding pipes that not only stay ahead of regulatory shifts but also champion sustainability. Collaborate with Aliaxis to make a lasting impact on the future of fluid management.
#WaterPipesBonding #AdhesiveSolutions

Sound-absorbing Ceiling goes Aesthetic
Get ready to redefine the concept of sound-absorbing ceilings and create a visually appealing solution using existing or new materials. Join our innovation challenge and help Knauf transform soundproof ceilings into aesthetically pleasing design elements that meet architect´s needs and can be easily integrated into all kinds of rooms.
Curious? Let us hear your ideas!
#SoundabsorbingCeiling #SeamlessCeiling #InteriorAcoustics #AcousticMaterials

Sustainable Facade Systems
As the world faces pressing climate concerns, sustainable construction takes center stage. Be part and co-create groundbreaking innovations for facade fastening systems with Würth. Tackle the problem of thermal bridges through new materials/ methods or build circular approaches that help to reuse deconstructed panels/ cladding/ sub-constructions.
#SmartFastening #EngineeringInnovation #AdvancedFacadeFastening #FacadeConstructionSystems
Rewards
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