Online Workshop: Prototype your Research (YES)

Banner YES Online Workshop Prototype your Idea 16. Juni 2026

Date

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

Time

09:00 - 12:00

Online event

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How much startup is in your PhD and what does the product of this startup look like if you realise it with the help of paper, stapler, and dry noodles? You will learn Design Thinking methods and practice rapid prototyping, together with other young and creative researchers. This way, you will playfully discover the entrepreneurial potential of your doctoral or postdoctoral research project.

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Workshop goals

Learn about the problem-solution fit and critical function of an idea
Get to know different types of prototypes
Train your creativity and spontaneity
Integrate the idea of testing and feedback

How to apply

Admission is free and no previous knowledge is required. The workshop is open to all PhDs, Postdocs and advanced master’s students of all disciplines, as well as early-career researchers and academic staff.

No prior knowledge or experience in the areas of entrepreneurship, startups or other business ventures is necessary. A genuine interest in these topics is sufficient!

Registration is open until June 13

Falling Walls Foundation and H-BRS

Falling Walls is the unique global hub connecting science, business, and society. The Young Entrepreneurs in Science (YES) initiative aims to inspire doctoral students and postdocs to think and act entrepreneurially by offering further education. Together, we focus on introducing scientists to the topic of entrepreneurship.
The Start-up-Manufaktur hosts YES workshops several times a year.