The Pitch Competition is the closing event of the Brazilian Week of the 11th edition of the Academia-Industry Training (AIT) Brazil. The session brings Switzerland and Brazil together around applied research, market-driven technologies, innovative business models, and opportunities for scientific collaboration.
This year the program highlights startups in areas such as health, climate tech, advanced materials, and digital technologies, all with research-based projects designed to generate real-world impact. Meet the participants of AIT Brazil 11: LEARN MORE
The competition offers a unique opportunity to discover emerging trends, connect with Swiss and Brazilian researcher-entrepreneurs, and expand your network.
Program
- 2:30pm – Brazilian Startups
- 3:50pm – Swiss Startups
- 5:00pm – Winners announcement and Closure
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Event start time
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Brazil
2:30PM
Registrations
Register now to secure your spot! The event is free and open to the public with prior registration. Seats are limited, and you will receive a confirmation email a few days before the event.
AIT Brazil
The Academia–Industry Training (AIT) Brazil connects researcher-entrepreneurs from Switzerland and Brazil, turning cutting-edge research into innovations ready for the market. It offers participants a unique chance to discover new ecosystems and business opportunities and build lasting international partnerships. AIT Brazil is powered by Swissnex in Brazil, the Leading House Latin America (University of St.Gallen), the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI), and the Brazilian National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).
Impact Hub
This event is organized with the support of Impact Hub, a global network of locally founded and operated innovation incubators, accelerators, coworking spaces, and nonprofit organizations, all governed under a distributed model headquartered in Vienna, Austria. Founded in 2005, the network fosters social and environmental entrepreneurship across more than 65 countries and dozens of innovation hubs.
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Program Manager for Innovation and Startups
As Program Manager, Isabela leads AIT Brazil on the Swissnex in Brazil side and related initiatives, fostering collaboration between Switzerland and Brazil in innovation and entrepreneurship. With experience supporting startup internationalization, public-private partnerships, and strategic alliances, she plays a key role in building bridges that create real impact across both ecosystems. Get in touch with Isabela to learn more.