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  • Seafood R&D Programme

    This programme supports research and development projects aimed at developing new or improved products and processes for the sector which are market led and in collaboration with industry, agencies and recognised Research Performing Organisations (RPO’s). The Seafood R&D Programme provid

    Geographical Coverage: National
    Sector of Activity:
    Research & innovation

  • High Potential Start Up Feasibility Study Grant

    Assists a new start-up company or individual entrepreneur to investigate the viability of a new export orientated business or proposition.
    Geographical Coverage: National
    Budget: 
    The maximum grant funding available for a High Potential Start-Up feasibility study is 50% of eligible expenditures.  The maximum level of grant funding currently available is €15,000.
    Sector of Activity:
    other
    Other Sector of Activity: 
    Star-ups

  • BlueInvest Fund

    Geographical Coverage: European
    Sector of Activity:
    Research & innovation

  • Returners to Research Fellowships

    Scientists wishing to return to research after a career break of two or more years for family, caring or health reasons
    Geographical Coverage: National
    Sector of Activity:
    Research & innovation

  • European Green Deal call

    The Green Deal call, expected to be published on 17 September 2020, will mobilise research and innovation to foster a just and sustainable societal transition aiming at ‘leaving nobody behind’. Projects are expected to deliver tangible and visible results relatively quickly and show how research and innovation can provide concrete solutions for the Green Deal main priorities.

    Geographical Coverage: European
    Sector of Activity:
    Research & innovation

  • New Frontiers Entrepreneur Development Programme

    It is a three-phased programme, based in 14 campus incubation centres across the country. Each year, New Frontiers funds 150 companies.
    Geographical Coverage: National
    Budget: 
    € 15.000
    Sector of Activity:
    other
    Other Sector of Activity: 
    Entrepreneurship

  • Follow-on Funding Pathfinder call

    Aims to provide funding for commercial activities such as: • Commissioning expert advice from sector specialists on the best commercial development strategy for a business idea • Completing a market assessment to determine likely potential, competition and opportunities
    Geographical Coverage: National
    Budget: 
    Applications will be in the region of £7-10k (fEC)
    Sector of Activity:
    Research & innovation

  • Mentor Grant

    Mentors in our network can provide tailored advice, guidance and support, to help you accelerate growth and build management capability.
    Geographical Coverage: National
    Budget: 
    Grant support toward costs of mentor for up to 10 sessions; maximum eligible cost of €175 per visit (total €1,750)
    Sector of Activity:
    other
    Other Sector of Activity: 
    Entrepreneurship

  • International Scientific Interchange Scheme (ISIS)

    Aims to help scientists add an international dimension to their BBSRC-funded research by making and establishing new contacts with international counterparts.
    Geographical Coverage: National
    Budget: 
    Funding is limited to travel and subsistence costs only and does not usually exceed £5k
    Sector of Activity:
    Research & innovation

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