“How to be a BioBooster!” Hackathon Handbook Now Available
18 December 2025
A new practical guide for running effective bioeconomy hackathons is now available: How to be a BioBooster! Hackathon Handbook. Building on lessons from 18 international BioBoosters hackathons, the handbook offers clear, actionable guidance for organizers, facilitators, and innovation enthusiasts.
The handbook helps readers design and manage hackathons that foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and circular business solutions. It includes:
- Hackathon design and structure – from challenge selection to team formation and event planning
- Communication and engagement strategies – tips for reaching participants, stimulating collaboration, and showcasing results
- Best practices and practical tools – checklists, templates, and real-world examples from past hackathons
Whether you are new to organizing hackathons or looking to refine your approach, this handbook provides insights and tools to enhance impact and ensure successful outcomes.
The handbook is freely accessible here


