Hey VT Community!

Welcome to our July newsletter, where we highlight the accomplishments of some of our startups, introduce you to some interesting project developments, and share the latest news from the European Innovation Council (EIC) - everything you need to stay informed.

Open Calls & Events

EIC T2M Innovation Discovery Training (10th Edition)

(16 - 20 September I Online)

Two half days of online training sessions helping deeptech scientists acquire a basic understanding of entrepreneurship skills and how to effectively present their entrepreneurial ideas.

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Eurostars Call for Projects

(Apply by 12 September)

Eurostars is a funding instrument that supports SMEs and project partners by funding international collaborative R&D projects. By participating, organisations can access public funding for international collaborative R&D projects.

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EIC T2M Bootcamp for Innovative Researchers

(23 September - 21 October | Online)

A 4-day event to help researchers and startups navigate the entrepreneurial world and acquire the skills to successfully exit the lab and scale their developments with a technology or product ready for the market.

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Call for Lightweighting Projects

(Apply by 25 September)

The national funding bodies from Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Estonia, France, Germany, Israel, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Portugal, South Korea, Spain and Türkiye have allocated funding for organisations collaborating on international R&D projects in the field of lightweighting.

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Ventures Thrive Action

VT-Supported Startup Receives €2.5m EIC Accelerator Grant

We couldn’t be prouder to reveal that Ventures Thrive cohort one startup finalist VCG.AI recently secured a €2.5 million grant from EIC Accelerator. Spearheaded by Co-Founders Jon Goriup (CEO) and Mateja Dermastia (COO), VCG.AI participated in the first edition of the Ventures Thrive Growth Programme, benefitting from workshops, masterclasses, mentoring, and coaching sessions to enhance its investment readiness.

VT Cohort Two Semi-Finalist Secures €100k Employment Grant

We're proud to reveal that cohort two semi-finalist FUNKI has just secured a €96,000 grant from SekMo - a grant programme headed by the Estonian Research Council - allowing them to welcome a new addition to the team. As a result, the startup will soon be introducing experienced researcher Kellen Zanfonato to their growing family.

Introducing the VT Microsite

Sift through our database of 30+ trailblazing startups making waves in an array of key sectors: from finance and greentech to health, energy, and everything in between. The Ventures Thrive Microsite displays all the companies that made it through the programme’s competitive application process, having set themselves apart through inimitable innovations, unique business strategies, and resilient teams.

EIC News

68 Startups Selected for EIC Accelerator Funding Following March 2024 Cut-Off

From a total of 969 companies that submitted a full proposal, 347 companies were interviewed by juries of experienced investors and entrepreneurs. The jury then selected the 68 best companies to receive funding. Together, the selected companies will receive an estimated €411 million in funding.

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2025 European Prize for Women Innovators Now Open for Applications

The EIC and EIT have launched the 2025 edition of the European Prize for Women Innovators. This joint initiative celebrates the outstanding achievements of women entrepreneurs driving positive change for people and the planet through their innovative ventures. Applications close on 25th September 2024 at 5pm CET.

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