16 May, 18:00 CEST
18 May, 18:00 CEST
Strasbourg,
France
On-site
Join the Hackathon in Strasbourg!
Are you ready to develop solutions to shape the future of health? The 9th CASSINI Hackathon provides training, mentoring, and inspiration to power your next project. Could you be part of France's next space tech start-up? Big ideas start right here…
Join this event to hear from national and international experts in health and space technology. Watch our online training sessions and learn to use the data from Copernicus, EGNOS and Galileo. Bring or join a team, and develop a solution for one of three challenges:
- Monitoring disease outbreaks and health risks
- Enhancing smart emergency healthcare delivery
- Supporting mental health and well-being
Strasbourg and the Grand Est region are leading hubs for healthcare, biotech, and pharmaceutical innovation. With world-class institutions, renowned hospitals, and advanced research centers, the region fosters strong collaboration between academia, industry, and healthcare providers, creating an ideal environment for biotech companies, medtech startups, and pharmaceutical leaders to thrive.
Beyond healthcare, Strasbourg plays a crucial role in the space sector. The International Space University (ISU) and its startup incubator support pioneering projects at the intersection of space and health, fostering new opportunities for technology transfer and research applications. The CASSINI Hackathon 9th Edition: Space for Healthcare is the perfect platform to explore this synergy, connect with local experts, and turn bold ideas into real-world solutions.
Join us from May 16-18, 2025, and be part of the next wave of innovation in healthcare and space!
Prizes
Local money prizes:
- TBC
Central prizes
Additionally, the local winners will qualify for the European competition, where they will receive the following prizes:
- 1st place: €5,000
- 2nd place: €3,000
- 3rd place: €1,000
Mentoring
The top 3 teams across all competing hackathons will each be awarded an additional 6 months of expert mentoring.
Our experts will provide valuable insights to help you design a relevant solution.
Since 1987, the International Space University (ISU) has been the only institution fully dedicated to space education. It operates a global network with a central campus in Strasbourg, hubs in the U.S. and Asia-Pacific, and partnerships with leading space organizations.
ISU: A Leader in Space Education
ISU trains future space leaders through interdisciplinary programs for students and professionals in an international environment. With 5,600 alumni—including astronauts, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders—ISU shapes the space sector across 110 countries.
A Hub for Space Innovation
ISU's startup incubator in Strasbourg provides an ideal space for launching space projects, offering expertise in R&D, business, and finance. Entrepreneurs can connect with ISU faculty, industry experts, and students—potential future partners, clients, or collaborators.
CASSINI Hackathon 9th Edition: Space for Healthcare
During the Hackathon weekend, ISU will host interactive sessions where participants can connect with healthcare entrepreneurs, exchange ideas, and spark innovation.
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This hackathon is co-organized with Alsace Digitale and supported by the following sponsors and partners:
Alsace Digitale is an association dedicated to promoting the digital activities in Alsace. It aims to foster innovation and support startups, while encouraging digital education and equality. It organizes transformative events and builds communities to enhance the local digital ecosystem. By engaging with various stakeholders, Alsace Digitale seeks to create a vibrant digital hub in the region.
Based in Eastern France, the BioValley France cluster brings to the health sector its unique expertise and personalized support around 4 fields of expertise: Drugs and Innovative Therapies, E-health, Medical Technologies and Diagnosis. BioValley France has built a powerful community in order to deploy a strong network mixing academics and industrials in the health sector: more than 250 members and partners have decided to join the Cluster in order to share, exchange and develop tomorrow’s innovation in the best conditions. BioValley France offers services in: Business Competitiveness, Innovative Project, International Relations, Visibility and Influence.
SEMIA is a startup incubator in Strasbourg, that supports founders by providing tailored guidance, networking, and expertise in business development, marketing, and finance. It focuses on transforming innovative projects into viable businesses, fostering economic growth in the Grand Est region. ISU Incubator and SEMIA are partners in making space startups successful !
The City and Eurometropolis of Strasbourg is a French local authority and an European capital of over half a million inhabitants located at the heart of Europe's most-thriving markets. With a strong ecosystem dedicated to supporting innovative businesses, the Eurometropolis offers a wide range of tailored services, including incubators, funding programs and facilities. Renowned for its expertise in the fields of Health, Deeptech and Mobility, Strasbourg is a laboratory of transitions making innovation a driving force in meeting environmental challenges.