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Call for Starting Tech Transfer Grants

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Friday, 10 October 2025
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UNITA Task Team 4.1–Interterritorial Interfaces for Innovation, has launched a new call for Starting Tech Transfer Grants

 

These Grants are designed to fund early-stage proof-of-concept initiatives (Technology Readiness Levels 2-3), developed collaboratively by teams from at least two UNITA partner universities.

 

Key facts

  • Total budget available: 58,108.69€
  • Number of Starting TT Grants: 8
  • Maximum funding per project: 7,233.33€

 

The teams will consist primarily of researchers and PhD candidates - while also welcoming the involvement of administrative innovation staff and postgraduate students – from at least two UNITA partner universities.

Proposals must be aligned with regional Smart Specialization Strategies (S3/S4), with preference given to those addressing the thematic areas of the UNITA Research & Innovation Hubs:

  • Green energy
  • Circular economy and environment
  • Cultural heritage
  • Digital transitions
  • Global health
  • Inclusive societies

 

Projects must also demonstrate clear potential for internationalization and a sustainable long-term impact on the market.
 

  • Application deadline:  Friday 26th October 2025.
  • An informative webinar will be available on Friday October 17th at 1:00 p.m. CET. 
  • Projects must be implemented between November 2025 and March 2026