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Global Challenge Lab

Global Challenge Lab

Offers a virtual innovation sprint supporting teams building practical solutions through structured mentoring and milestone-driven challenges.

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The Global Challenge Lab 2026 is a 14-day virtual innovation sprint run by Imperial College London's Imperial Enterprise Lab, taking place July 14-30, 2026. Applications opened May 15, 2026 and close June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The programme kicks off July 10, 2026 with a virtual orientation, followed by the sprint phase during which teams collaborate to develop entrepreneurial solutions across fou…

What this grant funds

Innovation challenges across four tracks — Climate and Sustainability, Health and Technology, Space and Security, and Smart Cities — open to Imperial-affiliated student teams.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.1 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Prize
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£3K
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.imperialenterpriselab.com