The CREDIT4CE Research Commercialization Program includes online workshops and networking opportunities that help academic staff, researchers, and university professionals develop the skills to turn research into practical solutions.
Why This Programme Matters
Central Europe has strong research capabilities – but many innovations fail to reach the market. Common barriers include limited exposure to market-driven thinking, uncertainty about IP ownership, lack of structured commercialisation pathways, and weak links among academia, industry, and investors.
This programme equips academics with the tools to bridge this gap.
Participants will gain knowledge they can apply to:
- their own research commercialisation journey
- supporting students and early-stage founders
- strengthening technology transfer within their institutions
What You Will Learn
Move research into the market via market analysis, IP assessment, and commercialisation routes.
Programme Impact
Participants will gain skills to assess the commercial potential of research, support spinout creation, and build stronger industry and investor collaborations.
The programme will support 30+ academics and researchers across Central Europe.
Programme Format
Format: Online
Language: English
Methodology: Interactive workshops and real case discussions
Time Commitment: Several hours per week in April and the first half of May
Who Should Apply
Open to academics and university professionals in Austria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Slovakia, and Slovenia.
Eligible participants:
- PhD students, researchers, and postdoctoral scientists
- Professors, lecturers, technology transfer professionals
- Innovation and entrepreneurship programme managers
Fields: renewable energy, agriculture, materials science, environmental technologies, engineering, biomass, and sustainability innovation.
No previous entrepreneurship experience is required. Both individuals and teams may apply.
Application Deadline
March 31, 2026 – 23:59 PM CET
Join the programme and help transform research into innovation, startups, and climate impact!