The Open Innovation Academy Hackathon 2024

An initiative interested in fostering innovation through a timed virtual challenge with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents with industry. Our goals include:

  • Promote the principles of open innovation.

  • Collaborate with European Institutions and Industry Partners

  • Find and forge together a collective of rising stars.

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Until registration closes sharply on September 30 2024.

Timeline

Let's Go!

6 Sept @ 13:00

Everybody attends the Pre-Hackathon Event and opening the registration.

Team Up!

20 Sept @ 13:00 CEST

Learn formation and challenge introduction

Pitch Em!

4 Oct @13:00 CEST

Pitch your great ideas to the team.

Check Up!

18 Oct @12:00 CEST

We have a development progress check.

Registration Closes

23 Oct @23:59 CEST

Registration is now officially closed.

Prototype

1 Nov @12:00 CET

Prototype and presentation ensuee.

Launch

15 Nov @12:00 CET

Team development and market launch.

Grand Finale

29 Nov @13:00 CET

The 2024 Hackathon winners are annoucned.

Choose your Challenge!

An initiative focused on fostering open innovation through a timed virtual challenge. with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents, with industry. Our principals include

Challenge Wildcard

This wildcard challenge invites you to think outside the box and create groundbreaking solutions that utilize the resources of the EIT Manufacturing Academy e-learning platform. How can we leverage the EIT Manufacturing Academy e-learning platform to address the most pressing challenges faced by industries today?


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Challenge Wildcard

This wildcard challenge invites you to think outside the box and create groundbreaking solutions that utilize the resources of the EIT Manufacturing Academy e-learning platform. How can we leverage the EIT Manufacturing Academy e-learning platform to address the most pressing challenges faced by industries today?


Read more

Challenge Wildcard

This wildcard challenge invites you to think outside the box and create groundbreaking solutions that utilize the resources of the EIT Manufacturing Academy e-learning platform. How can we leverage the EIT Manufacturing Academy e-learning platform to address the most pressing challenges faced by industries today?


Read more

Prize

An initiative focused on fostering open innovation through a timed virtual challenge. with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents, with industry. Our principals include

Meet the Mentors

Meet the mentors that will guide you through every step of the process and assist you in obtaining your goals.

Friedrich Kaasik

Head of Knowledge Transfer

University of Tartu

Background in materials science, with a focus on synthesizing and analyzing capacitive laminates, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in engineering and technology. Friedrich is working as Head of Knowledge Transfer at the Institute of Technology, University of Tartu, Estonia. Bridging research and practical applications, particularly in the fields of materials science and technology​.

Hanna-Liis Remmelg

Business Incubator Manager

Sparkup Tartu Science Park

Dedicated and results-driven professional, currently serving as the business incubator manager at Sparkup Incubator, an venture housed within Tartu Science Park. Focus lies in providing support to tech and science startups, assisting them in reaching milestones like securing their first client. Hanna has successfully mentored numerous startups, imparting her expertise in business strategies and essential soft skills.

Ingrid Hunt

Project Manager

Tecnalia

With over 12 years of experience in financial management, strategic planning, business development, and management, I currently serve as a Project Manager at Tartu Science Park, where I oversee projects related to AI, robotics, and manufacturing. Previously, I worked as the Deputy Head of the Financial Department for seven years, during which time I also mentored new employees for nine years.

Ana Arroyo

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Ana Arroyo is currently project manager at Tecnalia in Policy for innovation and Technology Unit. She's MSc Computer Science Engineer by Computer Science Faculty at Deusto University (Bilbao, Spain). Specialist qualification in Team entrepreneurship coaching by Tiimiakatemia (Finland). A broad experience in digital transformation consultancy projects and team coach and innovation trainer. She’s accredited by Belbin Methodology Team roles since 2013.

Martin Järvekülg

Head of R&D

Click & Grow

Currently Head of R&D at Click&Grow a global leader in horticulture, where leads a team in developing products comprised of seeds, plant substrates, and consumer electronics. PhD in materials science, a background of 15 years in university research and academia collaboration, R&D funding, physical tech innovation, intellectual property management, production scale-up, and physical product development.

Liina Joller-Vahter

Lecturer

University of Tartu

Liina is a serial entrepreneur, passionate about biotech, cleantech, medtech, healthtech, foodtech, and similar. She holds a Ph.D in Economics, and at the University of Tartu is a lecturer of innovation management. In the startup community, she often finds herself ’translating’ between science and business people. She is also an angel investor and a member of the Estonian umbrella organization EstBAN.

Inge Laas

Strategic Innovator

Strategic innovator with long management experience. I can offer support in setting goals, finding a strategic focus, and considering cooperation opportunities. I have participated in the development of honoured support services for companies, as an evaluator of innovation projects in committees.

Garazi Catalán

Engineer

IMH

Garazi Catalan is currently a consultant in people management at IMH. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of the Basque Country and an MA in Strategic People Management from Mondragón University. She works on various projects related to this field. Garazi is a professor in the Engineering of Innovation program at IMH Campus, where she teaches People Management courses.

Christopher Thomas Dormeier

Research Associate

TU Braunschweig

Research Associate and deputy to the head of Entrepreneurship Hub. Prior to his employment at TU Braunschweig and Ostfalia University, he received his B.Sc. and M.Sc. industrial engineering focusing on mechanical engineering from TU Braunschweig. He then worked as Researcher at UC Berkeley’s Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology before starting a PhD in Engineering for Sustainability.

Meet the Judges

An initiative focused on fostering open innovation through a timed virtual challenge. with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents, with industry. Our principals include

Rene Tõnnisson

Founder

Baltic Innovation Agency

25 years of experience in management and startup development, co-founded and served on the boards of multiple companies. They include Baltic Innovation Agency, Tartu Science Park, Buildit Accelerator, Institute of Baltic Studies, Smart City Lab & Connect Estonia. As cofounder and investment committee member of 5 Buildit investment funds in Estonia and as a member of the Estonian Business Angel Network, he has invested over the last 10 years into 80+ startups,

Javier Mendibil

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Javier Mendibil is currently project manager in the Policies for Innovation and Technology Unit, Tecnalia. BSC in Industrial Engineering by UPV-EHU. Specialist qualification in Team entrepreneurship coaching by JAMK-Tiimiakatemia. Working since 2007 in the design and implementation of programs to develop innovation & entrepreneurship skills. Facilitator of Lean & Agile methods and teams

Ivo Remmelg

Venture Capitalist

Superherocapital

Serial entrepreneur, EstBAN president emeritus, author of a company management culture book and is serving as Tehnopol, Tartu Science Park and ESA BIC mentor. Before joining Superherocapital he was involved with Telegrupp, Ridango and Startupwiseguys accelerator. He has about 25 direct active startup investments while totally invested in about 40 startups directly or through syndicates

Benjamin Winter

Research Associate

TU Braunschweig

He is a Research Associate at the Institute of Machine Tools and Production Technology at TU Braunschweig in the field of tool development and additive manufacturing. He is currently working on the implementation of additively manufactured components in primary and forming tools. Prior to his PhD in the field of efficiency of tools, he received a B.Sc. and a M.Sc. in mechanical engineering from the TU Braunschweig.

Frequently Asked Questions

An initiative focused on fostering open innovation through a timed virtual challenge. with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents, with industry. Our principals include

What is a hackathon?

What is the Open Innovation Academy (oiACADEMY)?

Who are we looking for to participate in the hackathon?

Where will the hackathon take place?

Can I register for the hackathon to solely access the EIT Manufacturing digital nuggets?

How can I participate in the hackathon?

When can I apply?

Is there any participation fee?

Will our team receive support from Mentors during the hackathon?

What do I need to develop during the hackathon?

What are the evaluation criteria that will be used to select the best ideas in the Grand Finale?

What is a hackathon?

What is the Open Innovation Academy (oiACADEMY)?

Who are we looking for to participate in the hackathon?

Where will the hackathon take place?

Can I register for the hackathon to solely access the EIT Manufacturing digital nuggets?

How can I participate in the hackathon?

When can I apply?

Is there any participation fee?

Will our team receive support from Mentors during the hackathon?

What do I need to develop during the hackathon?

What are the evaluation criteria that will be used to select the best ideas in the Grand Finale?

What is a hackathon?

What is the Open Innovation Academy (oiACADEMY)?

Who are we looking for to participate in the hackathon?

Where will the hackathon take place?

Can I register for the hackathon to solely access the EIT Manufacturing digital nuggets?

How can I participate in the hackathon?

When can I apply?

Is there any participation fee?

Will our team receive support from Mentors during the hackathon?

What do I need to develop during the hackathon?

What are the evaluation criteria that will be used to select the best ideas in the Grand Finale?

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Meet the Mentors

Meet the mentors that will guide you through every step of the process and assist you in obtaining your goals.

Friedrich Kaasik

Head of Knowledge Transfer

University of Tartu

Background in materials science, with a focus on synthesizing and analyzing capacitive laminates, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in engineering and technology. Friedrich is working as Head of Knowledge Transfer at the Institute of Technology, University of Tartu, Estonia. Bridging research and practical applications, particularly in the fields of materials science and technology​.

Hanna-Liis Remmelg

Business Incubator Manager

Sparkup Tartu Science Park

Dedicated and results-driven professional, currently serving as the business incubator manager at Sparkup Incubator, an venture housed within Tartu Science Park. Focus lies in providing support to tech and science startups, assisting them in reaching milestones like securing their first client. Hanna has successfully mentored numerous startups, imparting her expertise in business strategies and essential soft skills.

Ivo Remmelg

Venture Capitalist

Superherocapital

Serial entrepreneur, EstBAN president emeritus, author of a company management culture book and is serving as Tehnopol, Tartu Science Park and ESA BIC mentor. Before joining Superherocapital he was involved with Telegrupp, Ridango and Startupwiseguys accelerator. He has about 25 direct active startup investments while totally invested in about 40 startups directly or through syndicates

Ingrid Hunt

Project Manager

Tecnalia

With over 12 years of experience in financial management, strategic planning, business development, and management, I currently serve as a Project Manager at Tartu Science Park, where I oversee projects related to AI, robotics, and manufacturing. Previously, I worked as the Deputy Head of the Financial Department for seven years, during which time I also mentored new employees for nine years.

Ana Arroyo

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Ana Arroyo is project manager at Tecnalia in Policy for innovation and Technology Unit. She's MSc Computer Science Engineer by Computer Science Faculty at Deusto University. Specialist qualification in Team entrepreneurship coaching by Tiimiakatemia. A broad experience in digital transformation consultancy projects and team coach and innovation trainer. She’s accredited by Belbin Methodology Team roles since 2013.

Martin Järvekülg

Head of R&D

Click & Grow

Currently Head of R&D at Click&Grow a global leader in horticulture, where leads a team in developing products comprised of seeds, plant substrates, and consumer electronics. PhD in materials science, a background of 15 years in university research and academia collaboration, R&D funding, physical tech innovation, intellectual property management, production scale-up, and physical product development.

Liina Joller-Vahter

Lecturer

University of Tartu

Liina is a serial entrepreneur, passionate about biotech, cleantech, medtech, healthtech, foodtech, and similar. She holds a Ph.D in Economics, and at the University of Tartu is a lecturer of innovation management. In the startup community, she often finds herself ’translating’ between science and business people. She is also an angel investor and a member of the Estonian umbrella organization EstBAN.

Inge Laas

Strategic Innovator

Strategic innovator with long management experience. I can offer support in setting goals, finding a strategic focus, and considering cooperation opportunities. I have participated in the development of honoured support services for companies, as an evaluator of innovation projects in committees.

Garazi Catalán

Engineer

IMH

Garazi Catalan is currently a consultant in people management at IMH. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of the Basque Country and an MA in Strategic People Management from Mondragón University. She works on various projects related to this field. Garazi is a professor in the Engineering of Innovation program at IMH Campus, where she teaches People Management courses.

Christopher Thomas Dormeier

Research Associate

TU Braunschweig

Research Associate and deputy to the head of Entrepreneurship Hub. Prior to this, he received his B.Sc. and M.Sc. industrial engineering focusing on mechanical engineering from TU Braunschweig. He then worked as Researcher for Entrepreneurship and Technology before starting a PhD in Engineering for Sustainability.

Meet the Mentors

Meet the mentors that will guide you through every step of the process and assist you in obtaining your goals.

Friedrich Kaasik

Head of Knowledge Transfer

University of Tartu

Hanna-Liis Remmelg

Business Incubator Manager

Sparkup Tartu Science Park

Ivo Remmelg

Venture Capitalist

Superhero
Capital

Ingrid Hunt

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Ana Arroyo

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Martin Järvekülg

Head of R&D

Click & Grow

Liina Joller-Vahter

Lecturer

University of Tartu

Inge Laas

Strategic Innovator

Garazi Catalán

Engineer

IMH

Christopher Thomas Dormeier

Research Associate

TU Braunschweig

Meet the Judges

An initiative focused on fostering open innovation through a timed virtual challenge. with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents, with industry. Our principals include

Rene Tõnnisson

Founder

Baltic Innovation Agency

25 years of experience in management and startup development, co-founded and served on the boards of multiple companies. They include Baltic Innovation Agency, Institute of Baltic Studies, Smart City Lab & Connect Estonia. As cofounder and investment committee member of 5 Buildit investment funds in Estonia and as a member of the Estonian Business Angel Network, he has invested over the last 10 years into 80+ startups,

Javier Mendibil

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Javier Mendibil is currently project manager in the Policies for Innovation and Technology Unit, Tecnalia. BSC in Industrial Engineering by UPV-EHU. Specialist qualification in Team entrepreneurship coaching by JAMK-Tiimiakatemia. Working since 2007 in the design and implementation of programs to develop innovation & entrepreneurship skills. Facilitator of Lean & Agile methods and teams

Benjamin Winter

Research Associate

TU Braunschweig

He is a Research Associate at the Institute of Machine Tools and Production Technology at TU Braunschweig in the field of tool development and additive manufacturing. He is currently working on the implementation of additively manufactured components in primary and forming tools. Prior to his PhD in the field of efficiency of tools, he received a B.Sc. and a M.Sc. in mechanical engineering from the TU Braunschweig.

Ivo Remmelg

Venture Capitalist

Superherocapital

Serial entrepreneur, EstBAN president emeritus, author of a company management culture book and is serving as Tehnopol, Tartu Science Park and ESA BIC mentor. Before joining Superherocapital he was involved with Telegrupp, Ridango and Startupwiseguys accelerator. He has about 25 direct active startup investments while totally invested in about 40 startups directly or through syndicates

Meet the Judges

An initiative focused on fostering open innovation through a timed virtual challenge. with the goal to create, collaborate and ignite some of Europe's brightest talents, with industry. Our principals include

Rene Tõnnisson

Founder

Baltic Innovation Agency

Ivo Remmelg

Venture Capitalist

Superhero Capital

Javier Mendibil

Project Manager

Tecnalia

Benjamin Winter

Research Associate

TU Braunschweig