Programs

From Idea to Impact.
From Foundation to Scale.

 

Chief Business Officer Linda Ehm conducting a workshop wearing a floral-pattern blouse and writing something with a marker on a board.

Our programs are more than a collection of programs and events. 

Together, they provide a clear pathway along the startup journey - 
from an initial idea to a growing and established company.  

GOe2LIFE

CONTACT
From first idea to  focused next step

GOe2IMPACT

DEVELOPMENT
Turning ideas into viable ventures

GOe2CONNECT

DEVELOPMENT
Connecting expertise & enabling innovation

GOe2CAPITAL

CAPITAL
Connecting innovation with capital

GOe2SCALE

GROWTH
Enabling sustainable growth

How the architecture works.

Our five pillars provide targeted support along the startup journey. 

Individual programs and events sit within these pillars and evolve with the needs of the ecosystem. 
We build on existing initiatives, strengthen established formats, and address gaps where additional support can help startups develop, grow, and access capital.

Current Programs

Young researcher discussing an entrepreneurial idea with an experienced advisor.
GOe2IMPACT

three-day workshop | detailed schedule to follow

Who is this program for?

The IDEAclinic is designed for doctoral researchers and postdocs in the life sciences at universities and research institutions who want to explore the entrepreneurial potential of their research. No business idea or prior entrepreneurial experience is required.

  • PhD students
  • Postdocs

Göttingen

Panel discussion with four participants in a bright modern event space.
GOe2CONNECT

GOe2CONNECT – Clinical Innovation Forum

Who is this program for?

For everyone interested in exploring clinical challenges from different perspectives.

The Clinical Innovation Forum brings together clinicians, innovators, and industry experts to discuss a real-world clinical challenge and a specific innovative approach.

Continue the conversation during our networking session. Exchange ideas, make connections, and explore opportunities for collaboration.

  • Everyone interested

First Edition: MID-OCT 2026

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GOe2IMPACT

Yearly | Apply now!

Who is this program for?

GeneNovate is for young researchers and innovators in gene and cell therapy who want to explore how their science can move beyond the lab. Whether you are a Master’s student, PhD, postdoc, or scientist, the program supports you in turning promising research into real-world applications, products or start-up ideas.

  • Master students
  • PhD students
  • Postdocs
  • Scientists

Application open: SEP 21, 2026

Start: 01 DEC 2026

In-person | Rotating locations (H, BS, GÖ)

Young founder talking to an advisor during an online consultation.
GOe2LIFE

GOe2LIFE – Expert Hours

Who is this program for?

GOe2LIFE – Expert Hours is designed for researchers, scientists, and aspiring founders with an innovative idea, technology, or research-based concept in Red & Green Biotechnology or MedTech who are ready to take their idea to the next level.

Participation in the Expert Hours is based on a referral from the GOe2LIFE – Office Hours or another GOe Future program. This ensures that your idea and specific needs can be matched with the most suitable expert.

Young student talking to an advisor during an online consultation.
GOe2LIFE

Every Friday | 9-11 a.m.

Who is this program for?

The Office Hour GOe2LIFE is open to anyone who wants to explore a founding idea in the life sciences, regardless of how early or developed that idea is.

  • Students
  • PhD students
  • Postdocs
  • all aspiring founders

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