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Meet our in-house experts who head EIC support in various portfolios such as health, digital, green-deal, space, construction or technology

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EIC ambassadors act as a voice for the EIC in the Member States, and provide feedback from all corners of the innovation ecosystem

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The EIC draws on a wide range of external advice and expertise in order to select the most promising projects and companies and to support them

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  • EIC Podcasts

    The game changers: from idea to innovative business. Interviews with EIC Programme Managers - technology experts from fascinating industries including space, energy, health and quantum - on the latest technology trends.

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    Tech Talks

    Visionary Programme Managers – in collaboration with various experts from across the European tech ecosystem – guide and connect portfolios of EIC projects and companies in support of major technological goals. Hear more from them in these videos.

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Latest statistics - EIC Accelerator

71
Companies selected
€387 million
Estimated budget
21%
Women led
79%
Receive blended finance
16
Countries
Top Countries: Germany, Netherlands, Sweden

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  • 12 March 2025
Forschung & Lehre| 11/03/2025 | Germany - They also call for a strengthening of the European Innovation Council (EIC), including the "Pathfinder" and "Transition" programs, which serve to translate knowledge into innovation. In order to better promote collaborations between private companies and...
  • 12 March 2025
Economy Up | 11/03/2025 | Italy - This last pillar includes the European Innovation Council (EIC) with a budget of €10.1 billion, specifically dedicated to supporting innovative startups and scale-ups. The EIC offers a combination of grants and equity investments, with the Pathfinder providing up to...
  • 12 March 2025
Askanews | 11/03/2025 | Italy - Aindo, the startup based in Padriciano engaged in data analysis, big data management, artificial intelligence and machine learning, obtained the prestigious funding from the European Innovation Council (EIC), promoted by the European Commission and the European...
  • 12 March 2025
Silicon Republic| 10/03/2025 | Ireland - Galway medtech SymPhysis Medical is aiming for a strong launch in the US market in the next 18 months. Recently, SymPhysis received the European Innovation Council’s Seal of Excellence, a label awarded to projects of high value and innovation.

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Promote coordination and dialogue on the development of the Union's innovation ecosystem