On Monday, May 18, 2026, from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm in the Rectorate building 's Aula Magna, the first event in SIEH’s Sapienza Startup Academy programme will take place, featuring four successful entrepreneurs who will share their stories and strategies for success through a series of ‘Entrepreneurial Lectures’ organised in collaboration with Lazio Innova.

Do you want to develop your business idea? If you have an idea, a team, or want to work in the start-up world, join the Sapienza Startup Academy programme. By taking part in the event, you can apply to be one of the 60 candidates selected for Sapienza’s new incubation programme and gain access to:

• Tailored incubation programmes for start-ups and entrepreneurial teams
• Prizes of up to €10,000 for the best projects at the end of the programme
• Exclusive events and targeted networking with mentors and industry professionals
• Support in accessing non-repayable grants and funding opportunities
• Participation in investor events and direct access to the market

The event is aimed at start-ups, researchers, PhD students and undergraduates. Places are limited; registration is compulsory.