The University of Iceland collaborates on various innovative platforms and accelerators that support entrepreneurs in developing their business ideas. The University creates an open and dynamic environment for research and studies in order to create a better university and a better society. AWE Academy for Woman Entrepreneurs The Academy is a twelve week programme consisting of an online training programme, workshops and collaborative projects. Information on the platform can be found on the AWE website. Gulleggið Gulleggið is a competition for young entrepreneurs to start realising their ideas. It is run by Klak. Further information on Gulleggið (in Icelandic). MenntaMaskína The Education Machine (MenntaMaskína) is an innovation platform for seniors in upper secondary school to tackle current and future challenges. The University of Iceland is one of the organizers of this knowledge platform that serves as a foundation for student creativity. More on the Education Machine (MenntaMaskína). Iceland Health Hack Iceland Health Hack is a longer version of the hackathon that runs from January to May. Further information on Iceland Health Tech Cluster. Startup Social Startup Social (Snjallræði) is a business accelerator for social innovation and entrepreneurship. It is based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Further information on the Startup Social. facebooklinkedintwitter
