1 Apr 2026

Startups Axios Care and Dermaleaf showcase their innovative potential at the University of Minho

Two startups from the Set.Up IN(dustry) acceleration program, developed by Set.Up Guimarães, took the stage at the University of Minho during the final session of SpinUM – the University of Minho’s Business Ideas Competition, organized by TecMinho.   Axios Care and Dermaleaf were among the projects that stood out throughout the afternoon, presenting innovative solutions to an audience filled with participants, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem experts.   Axios Care combines smart sensors and SaaS software to

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30 Mar 2026

From Idea to Market: how to turn concepts into viable startups

The creation of a startup often begins with an idea. However, the difference between an idea and a successful business lies in the ability to validate, execute, and adapt to the market.   The first step is to understand the problem you aim to solve. Effective solutions arise from real needs. This is followed by validation: testing hypotheses with potential customers, gathering feedback, and refining the value proposition. This process helps reduce uncertainty and avoid

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30 Mar 2026

From territory to innovation: the role of incubators in economic development

In an increasingly competitive global context, the territories that stand out are those capable of transforming knowledge into economic value. In this scenario, incubators play a strategic role by supporting entrepreneurs in the early stages of their projects, reducing risks and accelerating growth.   In Guimarães, Set.Up Guimarães positions itself as a platform supporting qualified entrepreneurship, fostering the connection between ideas, talent, and the market. More than a physical space, it is an ecosystem that

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23 Mar 2026

Women’s entrepreneurship: creativity, exposure and consolidation at the LabPac creative incubator

    The growth of the creative industries in Guimarães has been accompanied by an increasingly evident phenomenon: the leading role of women entrepreneurs who, from the LabPac creative incubator, are establishing themselves in the market through art, experimentation, and the public showcasing of their work.   Embedded within the Set.Up Guimarães ecosystem, LabPac has operated as an incubation space where creative talent is transformed into projects with identity and viability. In this context, several

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20 Mar 2026

Youth in Action! Set.Up Guimarães Brings Entrepreneurship to Martins Sarmento Secondary School

Set.Up Guimarães conducted three entrepreneurship bootcamps aimed at the 10th-grade Economics classes of Martins Sarmento Secondary School. This initiative has an educational focus, providing students with a practical perspective on the world of entrepreneurship and the skills required to create and manage innovative projects. During the sessions, students participated in interactive activities and explored real-world startup examples. Concepts such as business model development, value proposition, and problem-solving were covered, along with the study of benchmark

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18 Mar 2026

Set.Up Guimarães strengthens the entrepreneurial ecosystem at a strategic EMPOWER project meeting

  Set.Up Guimarães took part in the 2nd Capacity Building Meeting for Local Entrepreneurship Agents, hosted by the CCG/ZGDV Institute, within the scope of the EMPOWER project.   The initiative brought together municipal technicians from the CIM Região de Coimbra, the CIM do Cávado and the Comunidade Intermunicipal do Ave, fostering the exchange of knowledge and best practices in supporting local entrepreneurship.   The session highlighted the importance of aligning research and innovation with real

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16 Mar 2026

DTx – Digital Transformation CoLAB is preparing a session dedicated to Digital Transformation and its real impact on companies

  This event aims to bring academia closer to the business sector, promoting the sharing of knowledge, trends, and collaboration opportunities that accelerate innovation and digital transformation. It will be a space for dialogue, networking, and building bridges between research, technology, and the economy.   If you believe that collaboration between academia and businesses is essential to generating impact in your organization, secure your spot and

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16 Mar 2026

Set.Up Guimarães attends event marking 100 days of the new Rectorate Team of the University of Minho

  Set.Up Guimarães took part in the session marking 100 days since the inauguration of the current Rectorate Team of the Universidade do Minho. The event took place this afternoon at the Azurém Campus, in Guimarães, bringing together dozens of members of the academic community who have contributed to the joint work developed during this period.   The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the first months of activity of the new university leadership,

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11 Mar 2026

Technology, talent and industry: startups showcased the future at the Demo Day

    Yesterday, March 10, the Demo Day of the Set.Up Guimarães IN(dustry) program took place at the Plataforma das Artes e da Criatividade, at the Centro Internacional das Artes José de Guimarães (CIAJG). The initiative aims to bring technology startups closer to industry.   The event brought together nine startups presenting innovative solutions with applications across different industrial and technological sectors. On stage were Axios Care, with a real-time monitoring solution for residents in

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9 Mar 2026

OrganoStemTech, incubated at Set.Up Guimarães wins 3rd place at the Woman Summit Pitch Competition

  The Pitch Competition was part of the programme of the Woman Summit, an event dedicated to female empowerment that brought together entrepreneurs, leaders and women-led startups. The initiative created a stage for presenting innovative projects and solutions with strong growth and market impact potential.   During the competition, several founders presented their solutions to a jury and an audience composed of investors, experts and members of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The moment provided visibility to

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