For Startups

Your journey from idea to impact begins here

From idea to action

At DTU Skylab, we believe innovation is a team sport. You succeed by inviting the outside world in and tapping the right resources at the right time. Our support for DTU-based startups covers everything needed for turning your idea into a business.

Through hands-on learning, one-on-one coaching and personal development, you’ll build leadership, innovation and business skills at your own pace. Whether you’re just curious about entrepreneurship or ready to commercialise your research, there’s a place for you. We are open to all DTU students and staff.

Start your journey

The first step is simple: show up. We’ve designed easy ways for you to explore entrepreneurship and get feedback on your ideas.

In-Flight Sessions

Hands-on workshops that introduce you to innovation and entrepreneurship at Skylab. You’ll explore idea development, get tools to kickstart projects, and learn how to tap into Skylab’s resources. All wrapped up in an engaging one-hour session followed by optional coaching.

Register for an upcoming In-Flight Session (if available)

Open-Door Startup Sessions

Informal drop-in sessions where DTU students, researchers, and project teams get tailored feedback from startup coaches. Whether you're exploring an idea or growing a team, these sessions offer insights to move forward.

Register for an upcoming Open-Door Startup Session (if available)

Programmes and Resources

The Skylab Startup Programme is a three-stage program designed to help you transform your idea into a sustainable business. Through practical learning, one-on-one coaching, and personal development, you’ll shape your own startup journey at your own pace.

By joining, you and your team will gain structure, skills, and confidence to move from concept to company while developing key strengths in leadership, innovation, communication, and business development.

Learn more about the programme

Prototype2Market

For research-based startups ready to go beyond the lab. Get residency in the Developer Hall, access to cutting-edge labs, and a tailored technical development plan to turn prototypes into market-ready products.

Learn more about Prototype2Market

Funding and Grants

Skylab Funding

Soft funding for DTU startups developing prototypes or testing concepts.

Grants: DKK 15,000 – 150,000
Open to students, researchers & alumni
Covers prototyping, testing and consultancy costs

Grants for turning research into business

Great ideas needs resources to transition from lab into a business. We support teams through various grants, that are tailored to accelerate research into commercial-ready businesses.

Discovery Grants

Proof of Concept Grants

InnoExplorer

Learn more about Skylab Funding

Next Steps

Visit DTU Skylab, join an intro session or apply for one of our programmes, we’re here to help you build something that makes a difference.

Let’s turn your idea into impact.