This programme, specially created for SMEs, offers a great opportunity for companies working in the field of deep tech and having completed TRL (Technology Readiness Level) 4 and having an idea moving to THS 5.
By participating in the EIC programme you have the chance to win a grant of 2.5 million euros.
In addition, grant-winning companies will be entitled to receive investment support of up to 15 million euros.
General information will be provided by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK) in order to make this major budget programme accessible to more companies. Serkan Bolat, SME and EIC Expert, who has been a judge for EIC for many years, will share valuable information on how they evaluate application documents. In addition, two SMEs that have received funding from this programme will be present to share their experiences.
Event Programme:
9.30 – 10.00 Registration
10.00 – 10.15 Opening Speech, Dr. Muaz Mucahit YILDIRIM – Deputy General Manager YTU Yildiz Technopark
10.15 – 10.45 General Introduction of the European Innovation Council EIC Programme, Tarik SAHIN - European Innovation Council (EIC) National Contact Point, TÜBİTAK
10.45 – 11.15 Things to Consider in EIC Applications from the Judge's Perspective
Serkan BOLAT- SME and EIC Specialist – Turkey in Horizon 2020 (Horizon Europe) Project
11.15 – 11.30 Coffee Break
11.30 – 12.30 Success Stories
Ozgur ZAN – Managing Partner, Done Communication
Oktay UYSAL – Managing Partner, Entekno Materials
12.30 – 13.00 Q&A
Event Details:
Date: 5 October 2023
Time: 9.30 - 13.00
Place: YTU Yildiz Technopark Conference Hall