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EIC Accelerator kviz

Krmarjenje po kvizu EIC Accelerator: ključno orodje za ambiciozne kandidate

Program European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator predstavlja priložnost za startupe ter mala in srednje velika podjetja (MSP) po vsej Evropi. S svojo mamljivo obljubo do 2,5 milijona evrov nepovratnih sredstev in dodatno možnostjo 15 milijonov evrov lastniškega financiranja EIC Accelerator odpira svet možnosti za inovativna podjetja. Vendar je krmarjenje po postopku prijave lahko zastrašujoče. Tukaj nastopi kviz EIC Accelerator – ključno orodje za preverjanje, ki pomaga prijaviteljem oceniti njihovo upravičenost in pripravljenost za to prestižno nepovratna sredstva EU in možnost lastniškega financiranja.

Razumevanje pristopa komercializacije

Kviz se začne z raziskovanjem strategije komercializacije prijavitelja. Zajema različne modele, kot so Business to Business (B2B), Business to Consumer (B2C), Business to Business to Consumer (B2B2C), Business to Government (B2G) in več. To vprašanje je ključnega pomena, saj pomaga EIC razumeti tržno dinamiko in potencialni doseg predlagane inovacije.

Tehnološki spekter: Prepoznavanje vaše niše

Kviz se potopi globoko v tehnološko področje in prosi kandidate, naj svojo tehnologijo razvrstijo v posebne sektorje, kot so energetika, vesolje, biotehnologija/medtehnologija, čista tehnologija, umetna inteligenca itd. Ta kategorizacija je bistvenega pomena za uskladitev predloga s strateškimi interesi Evropske unije (EU) in opredelitev stopnje tehnološke pripravljenosti (TRL), zahtevane za EIC Accelerator.

Usklajevanje s politikami in temami EU

Eden od kritičnih vidikov kviza je njegova osredotočenost na politike EU in nastajajoče teme, kot so Generativna umetna inteligenca, osredotočena na človeka, Industrija 5.0, Kvantna tehnologija itd. Razumevanje in prilagajanje tem temam lahko znatno poveča možnosti za uspeh v postopku prijave.

Konkurenčna pokrajina in vrsta izdelka

Kandidate vprašamo tudi o konkurenčnosti njihove industrije in naravi njihovega izdelka (strojna oprema, programska oprema ali kombinacija). Namen teh vprašanj je oceniti tržni potencial in edinstvenost inovacije.

Intelektualna lastnina, sestava ekipe in spletna prisotnost

Kviz pokriva vidik intelektualne lastnine in sprašuje o patentih v ZDA ali EU. Prav tako se poglobi v strukturo ekipe, vključno s številom zaposlenih s polnim delovnim časom (FTE) in članov razširjene ekipe ter prisotnostjo ključnih položajev, kot sta CEO in CTO. Poleg tega meri spletno prisotnost podjetja prek njegovega spletnega mesta, uporabe e-pošte v domeni in dejavnosti na platformah, kot je LinkedIn.

Finančno zdravje in prizadevanja za mreženje

Vprašanja v zvezi z zbranimi skupnimi sredstvi, sodelovanjem z vlagatelji in porazdelitvijo lastniškega kapitala med ustanovitelji in člani skupine zagotavljajo vpogled v finančno zdravje in pripravljenost podjetja za naložbe. Poleg tega poizvedbe o odnosih s strankami in aktivni udeležbi na mrežnih dogodkih razkrivajo stopnjo tržne vključenosti podjetja.

Samooskrba in potencial raziskav in razvoja

Na koncu kviz sprašuje, ali lahko podjetje uspe brez EIC in ali je trenutno dobičkonosno ali ima znatne prihodke za raziskave in razvoj. Ta vprašanja pomagajo razumeti samozadostnost podjetja in njegov potencial za učinkovito izkoriščanje podpore EIC Accelerator.

Skratka, kviz EIC Accelerator služi kot bistven predhodni korak za novoustanovljena podjetja in MSP, ki se želijo prijaviti za nepovratna sredstva in lastniški kapital EIC. Ne pomaga samo pri samoocenjevanju, ampak tudi vodi pri natančnem prilagajanju aplikacije, da se uskladi z merili European Innovation Council. Z natančnim odgovorom na ta vprašanja lahko podjetja občutno povečajo svoje možnosti za uspeh v tem zelo konkurenčnem, a nagrajujočem programu.

Eureka Network

Eureka Network offers multiple international collaborative R&D programs including Network Projects, Clusters, Eurostars, Globalstars, and Innowwide, with funding ranging from €50K to €6.75M per project depending on the specific program. The network focuses on market-driven innovation and deep-tech development across diverse technology sectors including ICT/Digital, Industrial/Manufacturing, Bio/Medical Technologies, Energy/Environment, Quantum, AI, and Circular Economy. Applicants include SMEs, large enterprises, research organizations, universities, and startups, with Eurostars specifically targeting R&D-performing SMEs.

EIC Transition

EIC Transition provides up to €2.5 million in funding to bridge the 'valley of death' between laboratory research and market deployment, focusing on technology maturation and validation. The program supports single legal entities or small consortia of 2-5 partners including SMEs, start-ups, spin-offs, and research organizations. Technology areas include Health/Medical Technologies, Green/Environmental Innovation, Digital/Microelectronics, Quantum Technologies, and AI/Robotics.

EIC STEP Scale-Up

EIC STEP Scale-Up offers substantial equity investments of €10-30 million for established deep-tech companies ready for hyper-growth and large-scale expansion. The program targets SMEs or small mid-caps with up to 499 employees who have secured pre-commitment from qualified investors. Focus areas include Digital & Deep Tech (Semiconductors, AI, Quantum), Clean Technologies for Net-Zero goals, and Biotechnologies.

EIC Pre-Accelerator

EIC Pre-Accelerator is a 2025 pilot program providing €300,000-€500,000 in funding for early-stage deep-tech development and preparation for the EIC Accelerator program. The initiative is exclusively available to single SMEs or small mid-caps from 'Widening countries' to support regional innovation development. The program covers deep-tech innovations across physical, biological, and digital domains.

EIC Pathfinder

EIC Pathfinder offers up to €3 million for Open calls and up to €4 million for Challenge-based calls to support early-stage research and development with proof-of-principle validation. The program requires research consortia with a minimum of 3 partners from 3 different countries, including universities, research organizations, and SMEs. Technology focus areas include Health/Medical, Quantum Technologies, AI, Environmental/Energy, and Advanced Materials.

EIC Accelerator

EIC Accelerator provides flexible funding options including blended finance (€2.5M grant + €0.5M-€10M equity), grant-only (up to €2.5M), or equity-only arrangements for scale-up and market deployment of breakthrough innovations. The program targets SMEs, start-ups, and small mid-caps with up to 499 employees, with MedTech/Healthcare representing 35% of funded projects. Other technology areas include Biopharma, Energy, AI, Quantum, Aerospace, Advanced Materials, and Semiconductors.

Innovation Partnership

Innovation Partnership facilitates collaborative innovation between public and private sectors with typical funding of €1-5 million per project. The program supports cross-sectoral strategic technologies through public-private partnerships and consortia. Projects focus on addressing societal challenges through collaborative innovation approaches.

Innovation Fund

The EU Innovation Fund provides substantial funding of €7.5 million to €300 million for large-scale demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies. The program targets clean energy, carbon capture, renewable energy, and energy storage technologies to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. Applicants include large companies, consortia, and public entities capable of implementing large-scale demonstration projects.

Innovate UK

Innovate UK offers various programs with funding ranging from £25K to £10M depending on the specific initiative, supporting business-led innovation, collaborative R&D, and knowledge transfer. The organization funds projects across all sectors with particular focus on emerging technologies and supports UK-based businesses, research organizations, and universities. Programs are designed to drive economic growth through innovation and technology commercialization.

Industrial Partnership

Industrial Partnership provides €2-10 million in funding for industrial research and innovation partnerships focusing on manufacturing, industrial technologies, and digital transformation. The program supports industrial consortia and research organizations in developing collaborative solutions for industrial challenges. Projects aim to strengthen European industrial competitiveness through strategic partnerships.

Eurostars

Eurostars is a joint EU-Eureka program offering €50K-€500K for international R&D collaboration specifically led by SMEs. The program takes a bottom-up approach, accepting projects from all technology fields without predefined thematic restrictions. R&D-performing SMEs must lead the consortium and demonstrate significant R&D activities.

LIFE Programme

The LIFE Programme provides €1-10 million in funding for environmental protection, climate action, and nature conservation projects across the European Union. The program supports environmental technologies, climate adaptation strategies, and biodiversity conservation initiatives. Applicants include public authorities, private companies, NGOs, and research institutions working on environmental and climate challenges.

Neotec

Neotec is a Spanish program offering €250K-€1M in funding for technology-based business creation and development, supporting the growth of innovative Spanish SMEs and start-ups. The program covers all technology sectors and aims to strengthen Spain's technology ecosystem. Funding is specifically targeted at Spanish technology-based SMEs and start-ups to enhance their competitiveness and market presence.

Thematic Priorities

EU Thematic Priorities encompass various programs aligned with EU strategic priorities including green transition, digital transformation, health, and security initiatives. Funding amounts vary based on the specific program and call requirements, with projects designed to address key European challenges. Applicant eligibility varies by specific program and call, with different requirements for different thematic areas.
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