Who is part of the Pilot?
In its first phase, scientist became part of the pilot if they were interested in connecting with companies for commercialization of their work or collaboration on new projects.
Similarly, all business entities in Croatia were eligible, regardless of size or sector, needing scientific collaboration are eligible to apply. Participation is Scinergy has been free.
Application Process: How First Scinergy Firms Joined Pilot Project
The Scinergy program was open to firms from November 16, 2023, to January 31, 2024. Over 250 firms applied, with 210 meeting eligibility criteria and 100 being randomly selected for the matchmaking pilot. The application form captured details on each firm’s:
- R&D needs
- Collaboration interests
- Barriers to partnership
This data was instrumental in matching firms with scientists best suited to address their needs, paving the way for long-term, impactful collaborations. Based on this information, all eligible firms received tailored benchmark reports.
Benefits for Scientists
- Targeted connections with companies seeking expertise
- Guided meetings and legal support
- Visibility for their work and potential funding options
- Free participation in Scinergy events
Benefits for Companies
- Targeted connections with scientists in key fields - AI, energy, biotechnology and many more
- Legal support and access to scientific equipment
- Opportunities to test and certify products
- Free participation in Scinery events
Organizational Support and Partners
The pilot is organized by the World Bank in partnership with Innovation Center Nikola Tesla and the Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth, LBS, and MIT. The evaluation is funded by the European Commission.
Trusted by key partners in the Croatian digital ecosystem
Strategic Partner
ICENT and Nuqleus, developed within FER, are core partners, focusing on connecting research with industry needs. Nuqleus supports deep-tech ventures to commercialize scientific work, while ICENT provides infrastructure and legal support. The project is funded by the European Commission and executed by global partners including the World Bank and MIT.
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