ScaleUp Lab Summer School kicks off: resilient business models and strategies for deep-tech startups

ScaleUp Lab, the capacity-building programme for technology startups promoted by Area Science Park, which aims to support new technology enterprises in developing solid, sustainable business models ready to engage with international investors.

From 9 to 12 September 2025, the Summer School —organised as part of the IP4FVG-EDIH project—marks the first step of the programme: four days of intensive training that combine lectures, assessment activities and hands-on workshops. Key topics will range from open innovation to collaborative R&D models, from financial risk assessment to growth strategies, and from analysing to reinventing business models in highly dynamic markets.

A significant moment will be the participation of Alexander Osterwalder, internationally recognised as one of the most influential experts in strategic innovation and co-author with Yves Pigneur of the Business Model Canvas. His presence will offer participants practical tools and proven methodologies to address the challenges of high-tech entrepreneurship and increase their chances of success in the global market.

ScaleUp Lab is aimed at startups operating in high- and deep-tech sectors. Participants will have the opportunity not only to refine their skills, but also to embark on a path that will continue from September to December 2025.

The programme will conclude in Trieste with Pitch Day, in mid-December, when startups will present their projects to investors and industry experts.

The IP4FVG-EDIH project is funded by Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) – Mission 4, Component 2 (M4C2) – Investment 2.3: “Strengthening and broadening the thematic and territorial scope of technology transfer centres for industry segments”, financed by the European Union – NextGenerationEU. The project aims to encourage the adoption of digital and green technologies by businesses and public administrations.