Physical AI Growth Lab

Physical AI Growth Lab

The Physical AI Growth Lab runs from January to April 2027. The application deadline is November 13th, 2026.

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The technology, expertise, and network you need to scale fast

Access to industry-leading partners: UnternehmerTUM Accelerator, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Infineon join forces to scale your startup faster than you ever could alone.

Europe's #1 innovation and startup ecosystem: Access 170+ deep-tech mentors, 200+ investors, and a network that's launched thousands of successful startups.

Zero cost or equity: Every resource in this program, from cloud credits to 1:1 coaching, is completely free. Leave with 100% of your equity.

The application deadline is November 13th. Do you have questions about applying? Join our Q&A session on Wednesday, November 4th, at 5:30 pm CET. Register here.


The technology, expertise, and network you need to scale fast

Access to industry-leading partners: UnternehmerTUM Accelerator, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Infineon join forces to scale your startup faster than you ever could alone.

Europe's #1 innovation and startup ecosystem: Access 170+ deep-tech mentors, 200+ investors, and a network that's launched thousands of successful startups.

Zero cost or equity: Every resource in this program, from cloud credits to 1:1 coaching, is completely free. Leave with 100% of your equity.

The application deadline is November 13th. Do you have questions about applying? Join our Q&A session on Wednesday, November 4th, at 5:30 pm CET. Register here.


The technology, expertise, and network you need to scale fast

Access to industry-leading partners: UnternehmerTUM Accelerator, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Infineon join forces to scale your startup faster than you ever could alone.

Europe's #1 innovation and startup ecosystem: Access 170+ deep-tech mentors, 200+ investors, and a network that's launched thousands of successful startups.

Zero cost or equity: Every resource in this program, from cloud credits to 1:1 coaching, is completely free. Leave with 100% of your equity.

The application deadline is November 13th. Do you have questions about applying? Join our Q&A session on Wednesday, November 4th, at 5:30 pm CET. Register here.


Designed & backed by Europe's physical AI innovators

UnternehmerTUM Accelerator

UnternehmerTUM Accelerator gives you a front-row seat inside Europe's #1 deep-tech ecosystem, with direct access to 170+ mentors and 200+ investors.


You'll be plugged into a startup community that has launched thousands of scalable companies and raised over €4B in funding.

Leading Partner

Microsoft

Microsoft helps startups build and scale physical AI with industry-leading AI, cloud, and developer platforms.


Accepted startups gain access to Azure AI, Github, technical expertise, and a global ecosystem designed to accelerate innovation, deployment, and growth.

Infineon

Infineon helps startups turn intelligence into motion. It provides the electronics foundation for every functional block of next-generation robots, from power and microcontrollers to sensors, motor control, safety and security.


Accepted startups get access to the latest products and expert advice within the Co-Innovation Program to bring physical AI into the real world.

NVIDIA

NVIDIA brings its full physical AI stack. Access everything you need to train, optimize, and deploy systems across edge AI, robotics, and simulation.


Accepted startups can connect with NVIDIA Inception, the program for startups that unlocks preferred pricing on hardware, expert support, and co-marketing opportunities across a global network.

Designed & backed by Europe's physical AI innovators

UnternehmerTUM Accelerator

UnternehmerTUM Accelerator gives you a front-row seat inside Europe's #1 deep-tech ecosystem, with direct access to 170+ mentors and 200+ investors.


You'll be plugged into a startup community that has launched thousands of scalable companies and raised over €4B in funding.

Microsoft

Microsoft helps startups build and scale physical AI with industry-leading AI, cloud, and developer platforms.


Accepted startups gain access to Azure AI, Github, technical expertise, and a global ecosystem designed to accelerate innovation, deployment, and growth.

Infineon

Infineon helps startups turn intelligence into motion. It provides the electronics foundation for every functional block of next-generation robots, from power and microcontrollers to sensors, motor control, safety and security.


Accepted startups get access to the latest products and expert advice within the Co-Innovation Program to bring physical AI into the real world.

NVIDIA

NVIDIA brings its full physical AI stack. Access everything you need to train, optimize, and deploy systems across edge AI, robotics, and simulation.


Accepted startups can connect with NVIDIA Inception, the program for startups that unlocks preferred pricing on hardware, expert support, and co-marketing opportunities across a global network.

Designed & backed by Europe's physical AI innovators

UnternehmerTUM Accelerator

UnternehmerTUM Accelerator gives you a front-row seat inside Europe's #1 deep-tech ecosystem, with direct access to 170+ mentors and 200+ investors.


You'll be plugged into a startup community that has launched thousands of scalable companies and raised over €4B in funding.

Leading Partner

Microsoft

Microsoft helps startups build and scale physical AI with industry-leading AI, cloud, and developer platforms.


Accepted startups gain access to Azure AI, Github, technical expertise, and a global ecosystem designed to accelerate innovation, deployment, and growth.

Infineon

Infineon helps startups turn intelligence into motion. It provides the electronics foundation for every functional block of next-generation robots, from power and microcontrollers to sensors, motor control, safety and security.


Accepted startups get access to the latest products and expert advice within the Co-Innovation Program to bring physical AI into the real world.

NVIDIA

NVIDIA brings its full physical AI stack. Access everything you need to train, optimize, and deploy systems across edge AI, robotics, and simulation.


Accepted startups can connect with NVIDIA Inception, the program for startups that unlocks preferred pricing on hardware, expert support, and co-marketing opportunities across a global network.

What you get

The resources to build & the capital to grow

01

Cloud & Hardware Credits

Up to €350K in Microsoft Azure credits, plus NVIDIA Inception program credits and hardware discounts, to fuel your startup without touching your runway.

02

Hands-On Technical Training

Workshops on Azure AI and the Physical AI reference architecture, NVIDIA and Infineon training sessions, and free courses from the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI), so your team builds on the right stack from day one.

03

Expert Consultants & Mentors

Unlock UnternehmerTUM Accelerator's leading innovation network with 170+ deep tech mentors, Microsoft Cloud Solution Architects, NVIDIA physical AI and robotics experts, and Infineon´s semiconductor experts. Get workshops and tailored 1:1 sessions to optimize your business model and get ready for commercial growth.

04

Enterprise Customers

Get introductions to UnternehmerTUM Accelerator's deep tech company partners and direct industry exposure at Microsoft's Multi Customer Briefing Centers and Physical AI Day 2027.

05

Capital Access

Connect with 200+ investors and NVIDIA's VC Alliance throughout the program, then close it out on Demo Day in front of the investors ready to back Europe's next big physical AI bet.

06

Momentum After the Program

Get an invitation to Microsoft’s 2027 Hackathon, a spot on the Recruit Partner List, a chance to pitch and demo at Infineon’s Startup Night, continued access to NVIDIA’s VC Alliance, co-marketing opportunities, and mentors who stay in your corner long after Demo Day.

What you get

The resources to build & the capital to grow

01

Cloud & Hardware Credits

Up to €350K in Microsoft Azure credits, plus NVIDIA Inception program credits and hardware discounts, to fuel your startup without touching your runway.

02

Hands-On Technical Training

Workshops on Azure AI and the Physical AI reference architecture, NVIDIA and Infineon training sessions, and free courses from the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI), so your team builds on the right stack from day one.

03

Expert Consultants & Mentors

Unlock UnternehmerTUM Accelerator's leading innovation network with 170+ deep tech mentors, Microsoft Cloud Solution Architects, NVIDIA physical AI and robotics experts, and Infineon´s semiconductor experts. Get workshops and tailored 1:1 sessions to optimize your business model and get ready for commercial growth.

04

Enterprise Customers

Get introductions to UnternehmerTUM Accelerator's deep tech company partners and direct industry exposure at Microsoft's Multi Customer Briefing Centers and Physical AI Day 2027.

05

Capital Access

Connect with 200+ investors and NVIDIA's VC Alliance throughout the program, then close it out on Demo Day in front of the investors ready to back Europe's next big physical AI bet.

06

Momentum After the Program

Get an invitation to Microsoft’s 2027 Hackathon, a spot on the Recruit Partner List, a chance to pitch and demo at Infineon’s Startup Night, continued access to NVIDIA’s VC Alliance, co-marketing opportunities, and mentors who stay in your corner long after Demo Day.

What you get

The resources to build & the capital to grow

01

Cloud & Hardware Credits

Up to €350K in Microsoft Azure credits, plus NVIDIA Inception program credits and hardware discounts, to fuel your startup without touching your runway.

02

Hands-On Technical Training

Workshops on Azure AI and the Physical AI reference architecture, NVIDIA and Infineon training sessions, and free courses from the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI), so your team builds on the right stack from day one.

03

Expert Consultants & Mentors

Unlock UnternehmerTUM Accelerator's leading innovation network with 170+ deep tech mentors, Microsoft Cloud Solution Architects, NVIDIA physical AI and robotics experts, and Infineon´s semiconductor experts. Get workshops and tailored 1:1 sessions to optimize your business model and get ready for commercial growth.

04

Enterprise Customers

Get introductions to UnternehmerTUM Accelerator's deep tech company partners and direct industry exposure at Microsoft's Multi Customer Briefing Centers and Physical AI Day 2027.

05

Capital Access

Connect with 200+ investors and NVIDIA's VC Alliance throughout the program, then close it out on Demo Day in front of the investors ready to back Europe's next big physical AI bet.

06

Momentum After the Program

Get an invitation to Microsoft’s 2027 Hackathon, a spot on the Recruit Partner List, a chance to pitch and demo at Infineon’s Startup Night, continued access to NVIDIA’s VC Alliance, co-marketing opportunities, and mentors who stay in your corner long after Demo Day.

Who should apply?

We are seeking category-defining startups who are ready to scale on the European stage. You have initial traction, rapid-growth potential, and an experienced team ready to capture real market opportunity .


The program has a hybrid format. Founders must commit to traveling to Munich, Germany for specific in-person sessions during the program.

  • January 18-22: Kick-off

  • February 24: Physical Showcase & Customer Matchmaking

  • April 15: Demo Day

  • tomer Matchma

Ideal Applicants

✓

Base in EMEA, or actively building for EMEA markets

✓

MVP with early customers, pilots, or signed LOIs

✓

Team up to 20 people & founded less than three years ago

✓

Physical AI, robotics, or industrial AI focus, with a real software or AI layer

Who should apply?

We are seeking category-defining startups who are ready to scale on the European stage. You have initial traction, rapid-growth potential, and an experienced team ready to capture real market opportunity .


The program has a hybrid format. Founders must commit to traveling to Munich, Germany for specific in-person sessions during the program.

  • January 18-22: Kick-off

  • February 24: Physical Showcase & Customer Matchmaking

  • April 15: Demo Day

  • tomer Matchma

✓

Base in EMEA, or actively building for EMEA markets

✓

MVP with early customers, pilots, or signed LOIs

✓

Team up to 20 people & founded less than three years ago

✓

Physical AI, robotics, or industrial AI focus, with a real software or AI layer

Who should apply?

We are seeking category-defining startups who are ready to scale on the European stage. You have initial traction, rapid-growth potential, and an experienced team ready to capture real market opportunity .


The program has a hybrid format. Founders must commit to traveling to Munich, Germany for specific in-person sessions during the program.

  • January 18-22: Kick-off

  • February 24: Physical Showcase & Customer Matchmaking

  • April 15: Demo Day

  • tomer Matchma

Ideal Applicants

✓

Base in EMEA, or actively building for EMEA markets

✓

MVP with early customers, pilots, or signed LOIs

✓

Team up to 20 people & founded less than three years ago

✓

Physical AI, robotics, or industrial AI focus, with a real software or AI layer

Program roadmap

Rapidly compress time to commercial growth

Phase 1

Kick-Off & Maturity Assessment

You'll onboard in Munich, meet the partners, and get a clear-eyed assessment of where your startup stands.

Phase 2

Technical Deep-Dive

Your team builds on Azure and NVIDIA's stack, working through architecture reviews and hands-on toolchain workshops.

Phase 3

Market Validation

You'll match with your ideal customer at our physical showcase and test your pitch and product through live demos and go-to-market workshops.

Phase 4

Build Traction

You'll optimize your business model and accelerate growth with 1:1 sales & funding guidance from experts.

Phase 5

Investment Case

You'll sharpen your fundraising narrative and get investor-ready with support from VCs and term-sheet workshops.

Phase 6

Demo Day

You'll take the stage in front of 150-200 deep-tech investors and enterprise leaders, ready to close your next round.

Program roadmap

Rapidly compress time to commercial growth

Phase 1

Kick-Off & Maturity Assessment

You'll onboard in Munich, meet the partners, and get a clear-eyed assessment of where your startup stands.

Phase 2

Technical Deep-Dive

Your team builds on Azure and NVIDIA's stack, working through architecture reviews and hands-on toolchain workshops.

Phase 3

Market Validation

You'll match with your ideal customer at our physical showcase and test your pitch and product through live demos and go-to-market workshops.

Phase 4

Build Traction

You'll optimize your business model and accelerate growth with 1:1 sales & funding guidance from experts.

Phase 5

Investment Case

You'll sharpen your fundraising narrative and get investor-ready with support from VCs and term-sheet workshops.

Phase 6

Demo Day

You'll take the stage in front of 150-200 deep-tech investors and enterprise leaders, ready to close your next round.

Program roadmap

Rapidly compress time to commercial growth

Phase 1

Kick-Off & Maturity Assessment

You'll onboard in Munich, meet the partners, and get a clear-eyed assessment of where your startup stands.

Phase 2

Technical Deep-Dive

Your team builds on Azure and NVIDIA's stack, working through architecture reviews and hands-on toolchain workshops.

Phase 3

Market Validation

You'll match with your ideal customer at our physical showcase and test your pitch and product through live demos and go-to-market workshops.

Phase 4

Build Traction

You'll optimize your business model and accelerate growth with 1:1 sales & funding guidance from experts.

Phase 5

Investment Case

You'll sharpen your fundraising narrative and get investor-ready with support from VCs and term-sheet workshops.

Phase 6

Demo Day

You'll take the stage in front of 150-200 deep-tech investors and enterprise leaders, ready to close your next round.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Physical AI Growth Lab?

Does Physical AI Growth Lab take equity?

Where is Physical AI Growth Lab located?

Who can apply to Physical AI Growth Lab?

When is the application deadline for Physical AI Growth Lab?

How does the application process work?

How long does Physical AI Growth Lab run?

What is the time commitment?

Do teams have to use Microsoft Azure and NVIDIA technology?

Who can answer my questions about Physical AI Growth Lab?

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Physical AI Growth Lab?

Does Physical AI Growth Lab take equity?

Where is Physical AI Growth Lab located?

Who can apply to Physical AI Growth Lab?

When is the application deadline for Physical AI Growth Lab?

How does the application process work?

How long does Physical AI Growth Lab run?

What is the time commitment?

Do teams have to use Microsoft Azure and NVIDIA technology?

Who can answer my questions about Physical AI Growth Lab?

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Physical AI Growth Lab?

Does Physical AI Growth Lab take equity?

Where is Physical AI Growth Lab located?

Who can apply to Physical AI Growth Lab?

When is the application deadline for Physical AI Growth Lab?

How does the application process work?

How long does Physical AI Growth Lab run?

What is the time commitment?

Do teams have to use Microsoft Azure and NVIDIA technology?

Who can answer my questions about Physical AI Growth Lab?

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