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21st edition of the Entrepreneurship Concepts Challenge

The 21st Entrepreneurship Concepts Challenge was a resounding success, showcasing the ingenuity and creativity of students throughout the semester. This day provided an opportunity to discover innovative projects, each contributing, in its own way, to enriching the entrepreneurial landscape of EBI.

Recap of the day’s highlights:

Les lauréats

  • 1st place: Scaly, a bio-inspired phone case made from lizard scales that can cool smartphones
  • 2nd place: Souffle d’ambre, a cosmetic product designed for women over 50
  • 3rd place: Soapy Fruity, shower pearls made from upcycled fruit peels
  • 4th place: Sti’care, adhesive stick for wigs adapted for patients undergoing cancer treatment
  • 5th place: Halo’Vélo, a lighting device designed to improve cyclists’ visibility
  • Marketing Assistants’ Favorite: Le fil d’huile, a versatile cooking oil formulated for a balanced lipid profile
  • P33’s Favorite: Champi’On, whey (protein powder) made from mushrooms

The Juries, institutional, industrial, academic partners, and Alumni played an essential role throughout the day, mobilized to evaluate the 12 projects of the Challenge.

This day was a true celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation. Congratulations to all the students for their outstanding work: beyond the winners, each group presented inspiring projects and deserves to be commended for their commitment and creativity.

  • Pherogel, the compostable gel that attracts Asian hornets so they can be captured and thus protect bees
  • Radiance, a customizable hair care range designed to enhance white and silver hair
  • Drug Detect, a colorimetric detection kit specifically designed to identify the presence of GHB
  • Mioo : barre goMioo: a delicious fruit-based bar for a naturally healthy and enjoyable breakurmande à base de fruits pour une pause plaisir naturellement saine
  • Umami Pearl, the exceptional aperitif combining French refinement with Asian flavors, featuring truffle, caviar and wagyu beef

We look forward to following the progress of these promising projects!