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From Idea to Impact — Innovation Pathways at Obuda University
At Obuda University, innovation is more than a concept — it is a journey.
We provide a complete support pipeline that transforms ideas and research results into solutions with measurable social and economic impact. We connect students, researchers, and partners to co-create solutions, protect intellectual property, and build ventures that matter.
Innovation at Obuda University is a shared journey — and no one travels it alone.
The Innovation Office stands at its heart, acting as a central connector, it links people, knowledge, and opportunities across the university’s innovation ecosystem.Across the university, key stations along this road help ideas grow and reach impact: the Research and Innovation Centre (EKIK), the Initium Venture Labs incubator, the Obuda University Venture Capital (OUVC), and our three emerging Science and Innovation Parks. Each plays a unique role in turning research into real-world value.
The innovation journey:
Pre-incubation & Education
Incubation
Acceleration
Throughout every stage, our in-house experts, mentors, and corporate partners ensure that innovative concepts do not remain on paper, but become ventures, technologies, and services that make a difference.We combine opportunities for hands-on innovation and entrepreneurship education with a dynamic innovation infrastructure across campus — building the foundation of an “Investor University” culture where talent, research, and industry meet.
Latest news and events
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Inspiring Inventors – in conversation with Joachim Fiedler
Meet Joachim Fiedler, the former cellist whose issue with a cello-bow holder led him to develop magnetic fasteners now used in helmets, bags and more. Our next Inspiring Inventors talk will feature a conversation with European Inventor Award 2022 finalist Joachim Fiedler. A former professional cellist, Joachim developed a fastening system that combines magnetic attraction…
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Ideas. Connections. Next Steps. – Highlights from the XVIII. INNOMEET
Student ideas, innovative theses, and the practical challenges of launching a venture took centre stage at Obuda University’s XVIII. INNOMEET on 29 October 2026. The evening explored how collaboration can turn an idea into a viable project—and how the university’s innovation community can support that process.Building on the success of the previous event, the evening…
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Outstanding Student Work and a New Award – Most Innovative Thesis 2026 Awards Presented
The jury selected the winners of the Most Innovative Thesis Competition 2026 from more than thirty submissions. The awards were presented on 29 October at Óbuda University’s XVIII. INNOMEET event. This year also marked the introduction of the Social Innovation Special Award, recognising work that seeks to create positive social impact.The Most Innovative Thesis Competition…
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XVIII. INNOMEET – Ideas. Connections. Next steps.
What happens to a good idea after a thesis is submitted or a startup competition ends? And what does it take to turn it into reality? Join us at Óbuda University on 29 October as we give ideas a voice, meet the authors of the most innovative theses, and hear from former HSUP participants about…
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Intensive, Online IP-Course
Protect your ideas, understand their value: online IP training for university students The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) will hold the fifth edition of its Intensive IP Educational Programme online from 19 October to 27 November 2026. Designed for university students with a beginner to intermediate understanding of intellectual property, the programme explores how…
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Young Inventors Prize 2027
The European Patent Office is calling for nominations for their 2027 YoungInventors Prize! 🌟 Do you know a young mind who turns obstacles into opportunities? 🌍 Maybe a passionate scientist, a groundbreaking team, or even yourself? 🧠✨ Nominate them for this prestigious award! 🏆 It’s not just an accolade; it’s a celebration of creativity, perseverance,…
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