Hello Tomorrow is a global initiative that transforms breakthrough discoveries in science and technology into products and services that can help improve human and planetary health, and allow businesses to develop more sustainably.
Over the course of nine editions, the Hello Tomorrow Global Startup Challenge has received 30,000 applications from 132 countries, partnering with universities and research institutions worldwide to identify deep tech solutions that have real global impact. Through their international events, Hello Tomorrow connects all key players to harness their full potential. Through consulting services in strategy and innovation and customised startup programs, they help companies understand how deep tech will impact their business, how to stay competitive and to launch new solutions.
The European Space Agency Φ-lab is launching their Grand Marathon, calling for innovators leveraging Earth Observation Concepts & AI to detect short-lived hazards and deliver near-real-time, trusted insights for civilian protection.
WHAT IS ESA Φ-lab?
- ESA Φ-lab accelerates the future of Earth Observation (EO) through disruptive innovations & commercialisation actions by managing the full innovation cycle, from nurturing blue-sky concepts to delivering tangible impact across commercial, scientific, and NGO communities.
- By offering financial, technical, and business support, Φ-lab helps to bridge the gap between innovative ideas and the market by helping to scale up the commercialisation potential of projects.
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY NOW?
- SUBSTANTIAL PRIZE POOL: 1st Runner - up to €215K, 2nd Runner - up to €65K, 3rd Runner - up to €15K.
- GLOBAL EXPOSURE: Pitch your solution to an international audience on the stage during the Hello Tomorrow Summit in Amsterdam (11–12 June 2026)
- INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE: Gain prestige and recognition by presenting at the Φnnovation Summit 2026
- EXPERT COACHING: Receive exclusive coaching from Hello Tomorrow’s experts and refine your pitch
- UNPARALLELED NETWORKING: Engage directly with ESA and Φ-lab’s leading Earth Observation experts
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON JANUARY 4th 2026
Please consult our brochure and website for more details on the initiative.
Join our Ask Me Anything webinar on November 6th, at 4pm CET to learn more about the Grand Marathon and get an answer to all your questions!
May you have any question regarding the Marathon or the applcation process, do not hesitate to contact Federico Mentoni (federico.mentoni@hello-tomorrow.org).
L’Oréal Green Sciences Incubator seeks groundbreaking solutions to integrate into their innovation journey. Through this initiative, selected startups will have the chance to be incubated at the Genopole Biocluster and to collaborate with L’Oréal, unveiling their potential.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR INNOVATORS ACROSS 4 DOMAINS:
- BIO-SOURCED FEEDSTOCK RESILIENCE - innovative feedstocks production, natural ecosystems monitoring production
- CIRCULAR TECHNOLOGIES - biocircularity, carbon capture & utilisation, industrial side streams
- WATER MANAGEMENT - improving water quality in&out, water harvesting
- RENEWABLE CARBON INTO VALUABLE MOLECULES - innovative fermentation processes, fermentable raw materials for industrial biotechnologies, emerging green chemistry processes
YOU SHOULD APPLY IF YOU ARE:
- Looking for unique lab facilities and technology platforms to bring your solution to the next level and willing to be incubated, on-site, at the Genopole (Evry-Courcouronnes, France) for 1-year renewable.
- Currently operating in another sector than cosmetics and would like to transfer your innovative solution to join the cosmetics industry with L’Oréal’s support.
- Currently operating in the cosmetics industry and would like to accelerate your solutions thanks to this collaboration.
Applications close on May 31st 2024.
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Please consult our brochure and website for more details on the initiative.
You can also contact our project lead, carolina.montealegre@hello-tomorrow.org for any question.