Christoph Falk

The core of Innosuisse funding is the support of innovation projects. Innovative organisations such as companies, start-ups, administrative bodies and NGOs develop new services and products together with universities and research institutions. Innovation projects can be carried out with national or international partners or even without a partner from the business world. Start-ups can also apply for direct funding for their projects under certain conditions, without involving a research partner. Long-term, cross-disciplinary projects of larger consortia in key thematic areas are supported within the framework of the Flagship Initiative. Innosuisse promotes the emergence and initiation of promising innovation projects by providing networking opportunities and advice: Mentors and EEN advisors provide support in the search for partners –both in Switzerland and abroad. Companies and researchers can launch new innovation ideas in thematic networks. For the foundation and development of science-based start-ups, Innosuisse also offers training, coaching, support for the international stage and platforms for establishing a national or international presence.