Join the Incubated Stars of WTIF Awards and apply now

Get ready for a deep dive into global innovation! The World Top-Performing Incubator Conference 2025 is set to take place from Sept 22 to 23 in Lin-gang Special Area, Shanghai. With this year's theme, "Tech-Powered, Innovation Incubates the Future", the event will bring together global industry leaders, top investors, pioneering incubators, technology-driven startups, and emerging talent from around the world.

WTIF 2025 aims to create a dynamic innovation ecosystem by connecting resources, sharing insights, and amplifying brand exposure. Focused on the integration of capital, industry, and innovation, this open and collaborative platform provides a unique space for incubators and startups to shine.

[Video/Official WeChat account of the Shanghai Association for Science and Technology]

A major highlight of this year's conference is the Incubated Stars of WTIF Awards, where selected startups will pitch their ideas through live roadshows. The awards aim to spotlight cutting-edge technology, increase visibility, and showcase the global potential of transformative innovations.

Focus areas for the awards

Life science

Brain science, cell therapy, gene editing, molecular biology, neuroscience, medical devices, healthcare services, and related fields.

Digital technology

Artificial intelligence, humanoid robots, intelligent algorithms, autonomous driving, smart manufacturing, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), SaaS, 5G/6G applications, and related fields.

New materials and new energy

Advanced carbon materials, new energy materials, electronic materials, biomedical materials, next-gen energy storage, energy digitalization, and related fields.

Who can apply?

The competition is open to high-potential startups that meet the following criteria:

Focus: Startups should specialize in life sciences or digital technology, emphasizing innovation and industrial advancement.
Eligibility: Applicants must be tech-driven startups or projects that have been incubated, accelerated, or financed within the past three years. Each must be affiliated with a recognized incubator, accelerator, research institute, or VC. Publicly listed companies are not eligible.
Compliance: All submissions must be truthful, legally compliant, and socially credible. Startups must hold their own intellectual property and ensure that their technology does not infringe on any third-party rights.

Key dates