The UCreate Spring 2026 Cohort
Of the 41 projects in phase 1, 9 have been selected for phase 2. These project leaders reflect the new generation of actors of change at UNIL who are working towards a sustainable future.
Congratulations to all of them for their determination, their creativity and their ability to carry out these projects in parallel with their studies, research or professional activity !
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The UCreate Spring 2026 Cohort
Of the 41 projects in phase 1, 9 have been selected for phase 2. These project leaders reflect the new generation of actors of change at UNIL who are working towards a sustainable future.
Congratulations to all of them for their determination, their creativity and their ability to carry out these projects in parallel with their studies, research or professional activity !
AgriTIcoltura
Social isolation particularly affects young people, the elderly, and migrant communities, limiting social inclusion and intergenerational connections.
AgriTIcoltura develops a network of community agricultural greenhouses in Ticino, fostering the transmission of traditional knowledge and supporting a sustainable local circular economy.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
CaptuREE
The e-waste recycling industry faces a significant lack of Rare Earth Element (REE) recovery, leading to resource loss and environmental impact.
CaptuREE offers a protein-based REE capturing filter integrated into a device that can be easily implemented in existing recycling facilities, enabling efficient and sustainable recovery of these critical materials.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
Chaque voix compte
Very elderly people living in nursing homes often face cognitive difficulties when it comes to understanding political issues and making informed voting decisions.
Chaque voix compte provides an accessible information kit for every public vote, including a short document written in plain language (Easy to Read), ideally validated by the Chancellery, and complemented by short videos. These materials are used in workshops facilitated by nursing home staff to support civic participation.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
Game Winner
Swiss basketball lacks visibility, media coverage, and professionalism. Players are not recognized, clubs lack the resources to promote themselves, and fans have no modern platform dedicated to their passion.
Game Winner offers a complete digital ecosystem: a central website (standings, news, interviews), a strong presence on Instagram and TikTok (Reels, analysis, storytelling), and a podcast giving a voice to key figures in Swiss basketball.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
GenoRobotics
The rate of species identification is so slow that some species go extinct before being identified. In addition, disease detection in agriculture and sample screening at border controls are time- and cost-intensive processes.
GenoRobotics brings DNA analysis directly into the field through a portable kit, enabling fast, accessible, and low-cost species identification.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
HealUp
Individuals with Sjögren’s Syndrome often struggle to connect with other patients, resulting in limited support for daily disease management and dissatisfaction with treatment effectiveness. From a research perspective, similar challenges persist: limited access to high-quality real-world data, difficulties in patient recruitment, and inconsistent clinical trial outcomes.
HealUp is a digital health platform designed to bring Sjögren’s patients together and enable structured, secure, and ethical health data sharing for the benefit of both patients and researchers.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
OnTrack
Students struggle to stay consistent and motivated in their studies. Isolation, lack of structure, and inadequate tools make it difficult to maintain a sustainable study routine over time.
OnTrack offers a social learning platform accessible on smartphones and browsers, combining intelligent planning tools and collaborative study clubs to help students stay organized, engaged, and motivated together.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
Panoram’X
Panoramic orientation tables have barely evolved for decades, leaving visitors with static, outdated, and often unclear displays.
Panoram’X redefines the experience with a next-generation panoramic table featuring a unique rotating glass sighting system, a 360° engraved glass surface, and a durable modular base designed for long-term outdoor use.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
wiki·swiss
Complex administrative procedures trigger a cascade of broader societal issues in Switzerland, notably the non-take-up of social benefits.
wiki·swiss provides a free, always-available online platform powered by an AI-driven answer engine. It offers over 1,600 expert-validated step-by-step guides covering 19 administrative topics, written in Easy-to-Read language and available in 9 languages.
📆 Spring 2026 cohort
