WHERE IDEAS GAIN SCALE!
The leading event in deep tech, venture capital, innovation, entrepreneurship and technology transfer in Portugal will return on June 3, 2026.
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Speakers
More than 60 speakers!
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Pitch Competition #SCS26: Applications Now Open!
Do you have a science- or technology-based project that deserves the stage? Applications for the Pitch Competition #SCS26 are now officially open!
Whether you are taking your first steps with an innovative IDEA or already have a STARTUP established for less than 5 years , the Startup Capital Summit 2026 is the place for you. In addition to gaining visibility before a jury of experts and before investors , you can win cash prizes of up to €5,000.00 and/or secure your presence at WebSummit 2026.
The clock is ticking: you have until May 10 to submit your application through the official form. Don't miss the chance to transform your business!
Showcase your Startup or Academic Spin-off at #SCS26!
Do you want to put your startup or spin-off at the center of the action and catch the eye of investors and partners? Applications for the Startups and Academic Spin-offs Showcase at tartup Capital Summit 2026 are now open!
Submit your application May 10. The selection process follows a first-come, first-served basis for all applications that meet the required criteria.
Paper Development Workshop: Registrations Closed
On June 3, 2026, a paper development workshop will be held as part of the SCS'26 program, in collaboration with the Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal. The initiative aims to support students and researchers in the field of entrepreneurship in developing and publishing articles in top scientific journals.
THE 2024 EDITION
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1-TO-1 MEETINGS
PITCH COMPETITION
SUNSET PARTY
Who was present in 2024?
Meet Axo, our Mascot
Axo is a curious and visionary axolotl representing innovation, regeneration, and the capacity for transformation.
Inspired by the academic spirit of Coimbra, his flying cape, based on the capes worn by university students, symbolizes knowledge, ambition, and the courage to challenge the impossible.
Just like the ecosystem that SCS brings together—startups, investors, researchers, and decision-makers—Axo is constantly evolving, adapting, learning, and exploring new frontiers.
He is an explorer of the future, born in Coimbra, connecting tradition, science, and technology to drive ideas with global impact.
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High Patronage of the President of the Portuguese Republic
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