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Startups need more than just a stage for their ideas - they need real opportunities. Zentur.io GmbH, winner of our prototype.club Developer Contest at E-world energy & water 2022, shows what is possible: Just two years after the competition, Zentur.io: ✔️ Completed a seed financing round worth millions ✔️ 18 new jobs created ✔️ Supporting the heating transition with innovative technology What startups can achieve through our competitions: ► Access to industry leaders and real-world challenges ► Visibility with potential customers and investors ► The chance to put sustainable solutions into practice Zentur.io is an example of how innovations from competitions become tangible successes - for startups and for society.

⭐ATTENTION START-UPS 📣 APPLY NOW TO THE INNOVANDI OPEN CHALLENGE 3!⭐ The Innovandi Open Challenge 3 is looking for start-ups from around the world interested in working on the development of carbon capture use and storage, for low carbon cement and concrete. We are seeking Innovative technologies which include process integrated and end-of-pipe CO2 capture and use, and help prevent the carbon being emitted into the atmosphere. This industry accelerator partners start-ups with our GCCA members to develop technologies and innovations to help the cement and concrete sector decarbonise. Find out more about our Open Challenge 3 and apply here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ecY5Cdd5 #CarbonCaptureAndStorage #CCUS #CarbonCapture #ClimateTech #Incubators #Innovators #Accelerators #Entrepreneurs #StartUp #Innovandi

Meet the Winners of the 🦄 Unicorn Battle Silicon Valley Online, where visionary startups pitched their ideas to a distinguished investment community. 🎉Thanks all participants for their involvement. The first place winner 🥇 IN2TEC, Mathias Krostewitz IN2TEC helps manufacturers of complex technology products to market their products directly and support customers within requirement building and integration - on site! The second place 🥈 Clyde Hydrogen Systems, James Peck A breakthrough way of producing hydrogen via decoupled electrolysis from extensive research to a highly commercial product. A safe and stable way to produce low cost green hydrogen. Thee third place 🥉ZeeHub AI, Nilesh Dixit Zeehub AI empowers manufacturing and supply chain operations through Industrial AI agents, transforming operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities for enhanced industrial excellence. Reminding that detailed information about all participants could be found at the event page: https://lnkd.in/d8sDQcZA Looking forward to seeing you more at our upcoming events! #startups #founders #entrepreneurs #earlystage #investors #angels #venturecapital #investorpitch #siliconvalley

🚀 Exploring Science & Startup Solutions 🌟 Just visited a science museum and was blown away by the startup projects on display! From renewable energy to healthcare, these ventures showcase the power of innovation and problem-solving. It's a reminder that collaboration between science and entrepreneurship can drive real-world change. Here's to the startups shaping our future! #Science #Startups #Innovation 💡🌍

Business Finland has granted €6M in Deep Tech Accelerator funding to 15 startup companies, including biotechnology startups Bionto, Aircohol and PrecisionPhage Ltd! 🧬🚀 With this funding, the companies can enhance their customer understanding, adapt their solutions to customer needs, strengthen their teams, and seek further investments to accelerate market entry. Read more ⏩ https://lnkd.in/dD33Xdnv #IndustrialBiotechnology #BusinessFinland #Funding #Innovation

This year’s Inpho Venture Summit, held on October 24-25 at the iconic Palais de la Bourse in Bordeaux, brought together top-tier #investors, corporates, and #entrepreneurs, all focused on leveraging groundbreaking technologies— #AI, #GenAI, #semiconductors, and #quantum computing—to address critical global challenges in #ICT infrastructure, #energy, #healthcare, #decarbonization, and #ocean protection. We’re proud to share that Resistell was one of the 18 finalists, selected from over 300 applications by a distinguished #INPHO jury, to pitch live on stage. It was an incredible experience to connect with visionary leaders and showcase our work alongside other cutting-edge #ventures. A big thank you to #INPHO and BLUMORPHO for creating this exceptional platform for innovation and collaboration! #INPHO2024 #DeepTech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #startup #VC #CorporateVC, #investment, #Health #Healthcare #healthcareinnovation #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #cleantech #Decarbonation #HealthTech #Blumorpho #Resistell #AMR #AntibioticResistance #antimicrobialresistance #antibiogram #antibiotic #antimicrobials #antiobioticstewardship #diagnostics #medtech #biotech #lifescience #swissstartups #TOP100SSU #venturelab #eicaccelerator #epfl #chuv #occident

NextSTEP is immensely proud to have officially closed its first 10 CleanTech startup investments.   Since operational launch in September 2022, we have strategically invested over €1million in 10 #CleanTech startups with world changing decarbonisation technologies.   Our portfolio now includes a range of startups at the forefront of clean energy, biotechnology, smart city solutions, fashion production and sustainable agriculture, all united by the common goal of environmental sustainability.   At present, NextSTEP is currently the only VC fund in Italy 100% dedicated to investments in sustainability on a pre-seeded target. As the home of CleanTech, we remain focused on our mission to catalyse change within the sector. We are actively looking for new opportunities and aim to expand our investment portfolio to an ambitious 25 startups by the end of the year.   Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to empower the next generation of sustainable startups.   | #NextSTEP | #CleanTech | #Sustainability | #VentureCapital | #Innovation | | The First Element | Bufaga - clean air | iotilize.me | Ganiga | Nina.Energy | ToMove | Agrisky | Chloris Geospatial | Atium | Musthad |

⭐️ Feedback on BioFIT France 2024 ⭐️ I had the privilege of being part of the CNRS Innovation team at BioFIT France 2024 in Lille on December 3rd and 4th, where I actively represented our mission and expertise. 🚀 This premier event brought together a diverse ecosystem, including leaders from pharma, biotech, and life sciences 🏭, academic partners 🎓, startups 🌟, venture capitalists 💸, technology transfer offices (TTOs) 🔬, service providers, and various organizations. Over two inspiring days, I participated in insightful talks on innovation, entrepreneurship, startups, technology transfer, and investment strategies. 💡 I also engaged in valuable discussions, exploring potential collaborations, licensing opportunities, and partnerships. 🤝 It was an honor to contribute to CNRS Innovation’s presence and connect with key stakeholders on such a dynamic platform! 🌍 #BioFIT2024 #Innovation #LifeSciences #Biotech #Pharma #Startups #Entrepreneurship #TechnologyTransfer #TTO #VentureCapital #LicensingOpportunities #Collaboration #CNRSInnovation #OpenInnovation #Investments #ResearchToMarket #TechTransfer

Free Electrons, in partnership with T-Hub, invites startups to apply for the  Free Electrons Program 2025 –  a leading open innovation initiative that connects high-potential startups with top energy utilities. Indian energy startups focused on driving innovation have the opportunity to collaborate with global utilities, refine their solutions, and scale faster. Why Apply? ➡ Connect with international utility partners and tackle critical energy challenges. ➡ Enjoy full funding support, including travel and accommodation, for the top 30 startups. ➡ Test and scale your solutions with structured modules to secure pilot projects and access funding. Don’t miss your chance to scale your innovation globally! Apply Now: https://bit.ly/49J60pb. Sridhar Babu Duddilla | Sai Krishna Sampada Meshram | Ratna Nelapati | Priyanka Ravala | Setu Sharma | Preethi Madda | Jahnavi Vantaram   #InnovateWithTHub #THub #InnovationEcosystem #FreeElectrons2025 #EnergyInnovation #Startups #THub #CleanTech #GlobalExposure #AcceleratorProgram #EnergyTransition

#OpenCall for #entrepreneurs The Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge is calling for visionaries who are ready to reshape the future. This competition connects the best #deeptech #startups from around the world with leading #investors, #corporations, and #experts. What does it offer? • #Visibility on a global stage • Access to #funding opportunities • #Networking with industry leaders and experts • #Mentorship from seasoned professionals Who can apply? • Startups with transformative deep tech solutions • Projects in various sectors such as #healthcare, #energy, #agriculture, and more Applications are open until September 22 Details and applications: https://lnkd.in/dfqG_JEZ Partners and supporters: Boston Consulting Group (BCG), L'Oréal, Syensqo, Intel Ignite, Nitto Denko Corporation, Honda Xcelerator Ventures, X, the moonshot factory, Safran, Supernova Invest, IFC - International Finance Corporation, BioLabs, GTT (Gaztransport & Technigaz), Murata, Avril, imec.xpand, among others. matteria Beatriz White Correa Mariajosé Pajares Lucía Sagardoy Arce Xoán Fernández García Craig Zelizer Kariny Franco Leda Acosta Laura Giraldo Davila Jennifer Nixon Castillo Jess Gomora Monique Gomes Valentina Zavala Saenz Paola Cubides Diana Arboleda López Letícia Florence Lelot Red de Impacto LATAM Vania Donoso De Andrade Ana María De La Espriella Casas Luis Nunez Jessica Sanchez Dubon #Innovation #GlobalChallenge #Entrepreneurship #TechForGood