We’re thrilled to be avid supporters of The IFS Awards—an inspiring movement dedicated to tackling real-world challenges through open innovation. Calling all startups, researchers, professional teams, and bright individuals with game-changing ideas: this is your opportunity to make a difference! Explore the challenges and join us in shaping a brighter future. ➡ Learn more: IFS | challenges (ifsawards.eu)
Where business initiatives embrace research innovation Join the Innovation for Society Awards (IFS) 2024 and dive into the heart of open innovation with Central Macedonia’s premier initiative. Whether you’re facing a challenge or have a solution to offer, let’s transform ideas into reality together! The Competition IFS represents an open innovation initiative that unites corporations seeking innovative solutions to industry challenges with pioneering entrepreneurs and researchers at the leading-edge of technology. The chosen participants will receive: • Guidance and mentorship from the industry challenge owners • Specialized training and seminars • Personalized startup coaching sessions • The chance to develop a Proof of Concept (PoC) or pilot for a challenge • An opportunity to compete for €40,000 in cash prizes The competition commences on April 25, 2024, featuring an informational session during the esteemed Technology Forum conference. Simultaneously, the open call for submissions begins on the same date (April 25, 2024), with the application deadline set for May 28, 2024. From June 2024 to October 2024, participants including startups, spinoffs, researchers, tech companies, and other entities will engage in collaborative efforts with challenge owners, coaches, and organizers. Together, they will endeavor to develop solutions with exceptional industry impact, global scalability, and societal relevance.The announcement of the new call of open innovation challenges is eagerly anticipated as part of the 11th Technology Forum 2024. Scheduled for April 25th at the I. Vellidis Conference Center, this event promises to be a focal point for groundbreaking ideas and technological advancements. |
