Falling Walls Lab Eastern Finland 2026
09.06.2026
Welcome to Falling Walls Lab Eastern Finland 2026, a pitching competition for innovative, science-based ideas. Whether you’re a student or an early-career researcher with a breakthrough concept, this is your moment to pitch it in 3 minutes to a prestigious jury. Applications are open to participants from all over Finland, so go ahead and take your shot!
Event Details
When: Tuesday, June 9th, 2026
Time: 11:30–17:00 (Helsinki time)
Where: Round, A-building, Microkatu 1, Novapolis, Kuopio 70210
Language: English
Format: In-person
Application deadline: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Application link: Apply now!
Not pitching? No problem!
You’re warmly welcome to join the audience, get inspired by the innovative ideas presented, and network with representatives from universities, public organisations, investment funds, and more. Registration is free, but seats are limited.
Agenda:
11:30 – 12:00 Registration and coffee
12:00 – 12:20 Welcome notes: Sharing experience of last year’s FWL EF finalists
12:20 – 12:45 Keynote speaker: Samu Lehtonen, CEO of Marginum
From research to Business, success story
12:45 – 13:00 Pitching intro and introducing the jury members
13:00 – 13:30 Pitching batch #1
13:30 – 14:00 Coffee break and networking
14:00 – 14:25 Keynote speaker: Anssi Uimonen, Founding Partner
Nordic Science Investments
14:25 – 15:00 Panel Discussion
15:00 – 15:30 Pitching batch #2
15:30 – 16:30 Networking and demo area visit
16:30 – 17:00 Winner Announcement & Award Ceremony
17:00 End of event!