Two Zurich based startups win the second stage of Venture Kick

06.07.2016

Watch those startups, as they might be the big winners of tomorrow! The ETH Zurich spin-off Vir2sense and the Zurich based startup WormUp recently won the second stage of Venture Kick. They both get CHF 20’000 each. Before they compete on the third and final stage of our program, where they might win another CHF 100’000, we give you an impression of the new rising stars.

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The team of Vir2sense
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The team members of WormUp
The idea behind Vir2sense is to equip combustion engines ranging from automotive to ship propulsion with virtual combustion and emission sensors. These sensors simplify the engine calibration process and help to fulfill the increasingly stringent emission legislations, especially in real driving conditions.

Check out the latest ETH news about Vir2sense.


WormUp develops convenient worm compost systems for urban households and communities. Their systems provide a fun, rewarding recycling experience at an affordable price, reducing the share of biogenic waste in the traditional garbage and giving consumers easy access to waste and CO2 emission reduction. 

Learn more about WormUp in their video:

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