3 December 2024

"Demo Day" at the university - it's not about protests, but about presenting innovative start-up ideas as part of the university incubator "hike" - the "incubator" for new business start-ups.

On Wednesday, 11 December 2024 from 15:45 to 18:30 in the Audimax, the innovative start-ups that have been supported in the development of their ideas in recent months as part of the university incubator will present themselves.

The hike startup teams, including DORI, anfang., findolin and kiindly, will present their ideas and successes that they have achieved in recent months. The best teams from the last HIKEathon will also be given a wildcard to present their results. The audience will play a special role in deciding which teams are the most convincing. The three best-placed teams will receive audience prizes of up to €500 each. Many thanks to Kreissparkasse Nordhausen and bm-t - beteiligungsmanagement thüringen for providing the prizes.

The teams, consisting of employees and students from Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences, demonstrate the importance of an active start-up and entrepreneurial culture for the city of Nordhausen and the entire region of Northern Thuringia.


From innovative plant baskets for hydroponic systems, apps for bereavement counselling and reducing the ecological footprint, innovative care products for children to artificial intelligence in social services, the start-ups cover a broad spectrum of industries and interests. The event offers a unique opportunity to meet the brains behind these creative projects in person at a relaxed networking event.


In addition to the pitches, the demo day also offers the opportunity to experience the startups' prototypes first-hand. The event not only creates a presentation platform for the start-ups, but also an opportunity for students and the local community to network with potential investors and experts. Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences uses such events to promote the combination of academic education and practical business start-ups, thereby focussing on the regional economy.


Anyone interested is cordially invited to take part in this inspiring event. To take part, please register in advance at with your first name and surname to enable optimal planning.