What Information Is Needed to Write A Proposal? Posted on August 29, 2017March 20, 2019 By Stephan Segler, Ph.D. Before we begin our first video call, irrespective of a contract being signed or not, both parties will sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) – (details via Email). During our first video call (2 to 2.5h) we will discuss the main points of the project and we will cover everything from the innovation, market, customers, EU challenges, financial projections, Business Model etc. Other than the information discussed, we will also need the following: Any visual material or documents that are relevant to the project or the company (pictures, links to videos, website, list of past clients, publications, awards, magazine features) Full CVs and pictures of the 3 project leaders and the founders of the company Letters of Support (LOS) by interested customers, influential supporters, suppliers, institutions, regulatory agencies, etc. – Templates will be provided Horizon 2020 Phase 1 SME Instrument / EIC Accelerator EIC Accelerator videoIndustries & CompaniesSME Instrument Phase 1Writing Tips
EIC Accelerator SME Instrument Phase 1 vs. Phase 2 (EIC Accelerator) Part 2 Posted on October 12, 2019October 9, 2020 Here is some additional information regarding the EU’s Startup Funding (The SME Instrument) that I frequently get questions about: Since Phase 1 will have its last two cut-off days this year with Phase 2 applications still being open, let me give you the main things to keep in mind… Read More
EIC Accelerator Technology Readiness Levels and the EIC Accelerator (SME Instrument) Posted on June 5, 2020October 9, 2020 Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) are a useful way of classifying the current stage of an innovation or technology. They have originally been developed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) many decades ago but have persisted as a popular tool used by institutions such as the European Commission (EC)… Read More
EIC Accelerator The Conditions for EIC Equity Investments (2023 EIC Accelerator Work Programme Part 3) Posted on November 5, 2022November 5, 2022 The EIC Accelerator funding (grant and equity, with blended financing option) awards up to €2.5 million in grant and €15 million in equity financing per project (€17.5 million total). It is a popular funding instrument specializing in DeepTech startups and small mid-caps which aim to finalize their product developments, enter… Read More