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ISC3 Innovation Challenge in Sustainable Chemistry and Textiles

ISC3 Innovation Challenge in Sustainable Chemistry and Textiles

339 2023. 12. 15.

To accelerate the search for innovative solutions in the chemistry-sphere, the International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3) launched its next Innovation Challenge to engage, award and promote Sustainable Chemistry innovators from around the world. The Innovation Challenge 2024 calls for innovations in the field of Sustainable Chemistry and Textiles.

You are addressing this topic with your Start-up? Then APPLY NOW and compete for 25,000€ in total: Fill out the registration form and submit your application until March 1st, 2024: ISC3 Innovation Challenge 2024 in Sustainable Chemistry and Textiles.

Topics addressed by innovation proposals may include Environmentally benign production:
• Substitution of harmful chemicals in textile and leather manufacturing*
• Alternative processes; e.g. use of enzymes for leather tanning
• Etc.

Germany

Dec. 1(Fri) ~ Mar. 1(Fri), 2024

http://www.isc3.org/page/innovation-challenge

NTU Sustainability Challenge 2023

NTU Sustainability Challenge 2023

223 2023. 7. 17.

As a leading research-intensive university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU
Singapore) acknowledges the need and responsibility to respond to environmental, social, and
economic challenges. Over the years, NTU Singapore has built its strengths in sustainability
through a wide range of offerings and achievements in education, research, technological
innovation, artistic creativity and service to society.
To build on this momentum to do our part for the environment, the University has a 15-year
manifesto that will guide its actions and solidify its reputation as one of the global leaders in
sustainability.
In line with the 15-year manifesto, NTU Singapore and Enterprise Singapore are co-organising the
inaugural NTU Sustainability Challenge 2023 to bring together innovators and researchers to
leverage on technology to co-develop eco-friendly solutions that can address environmental
issues in-campus.
Come join us for the NTU Sustainability Challenge 2023 today!

Online

Jun. 6(Tue) ~ Aug. 18(Fri), 2023

http://www.openinnovationnetwork.gov.sg/innovation-challenges/ntu-sustainability-open-innovation-challenge?tab=about

WELLNESS OPEN INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2023

WELLNESS OPEN INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2023

192 2023. 7. 14.

In a world where our physical, mental, and social well-being is becoming increasingly important, the global wellness economy, valued at a staggering US$4.4 trillion in 2020 with a remarkable growth trajectory, stands at the forefront of transforming lives and societies. The wellness economy is multifaceted, encompassing sectors such as physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition, to personal care and complementary medicine. It is ripe with opportunities for innovators who can navigate emerging challenges within it, leveraging technologies and creative thinking to unlock new avenues for holistic well-being. To do so, we must foster an ecosystem of collaboration and co-creation, marrying the power of enterprise and innovation.
With this in mind, the Wellness Open Innovation Challenge 2023 aims to catalyse partnerships between established companies and solution providers. Our goal is to co-develop impactful solutions that can revolutionise the wellness economy, locally and globally. The focus areas of this challenge include Fitness, Personal Care, and Travel. Six participating corporate partners have provided eight challenge statements across these themes. Selected innovators will receive an opportunity for co-creation with industry leaders, benefiting from their vast knowledge, mentorship, and resources. They may also be eligible for grant support from Enterprise Singapore and other exciting rewards from our corporate partners.

Online

Jun. 30(Fri) ~ Sep. 30(Sat), 2023

http://www.openinnovationnetwork.gov.sg/innovation-challenges/wellness-open-innovation-challenge

UK-South Korea Digital Health CRD

UK-South Korea Digital Health CRD

1007 2023. 6. 22.

Innovate UK and the Medical Research Council (MRC), part of UK Research and Innovation, will work with the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI) to invest up to £3 million in innovation projects.

The aim of this competition is to fund business led, collaborative research and development (CR&D) projects. Projects must aim to deliver economic, knowledge and health benefit through industrial innovation and academic collaboration in the area of Digital Health for the UK and South Korea.

UK registered organisations must apply through the Innovation Funding Service (IFS) portal to Innovate UK. Successful projects will be co-funded by Innovate UK and MRC.

Your South Korean partner will not receive any funding from Innovate UK and MRC. South Korean partners must apply to and will be funded by KHIDI for the South Korean component of the project set out in this application.

In applying to this competition, you are entering into a competitive process. This competition closes at 11am UK time on the deadline stated. The project must be independently selected by both Innovate UK and KHIDI to be awarded funding.

Online Platform

Jun. 19(Mon) ~ Aug. 2(Wed), 2023

http://apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk/competition/1600/overview/ad5b553f-499b-4171-bf83-ea7b9632ae43#summary

3rd Call NHG Open Innovation Challenge 2022

3rd Call NHG Open Innovation Challenge 2022

187 2023. 4. 10.

NHG OIC is a platform that aims to pair clinicians with a diverse range of partners to collaborate and solve unmet healthcare needs.
To encourage the sustainability of solutions, it is crucial to co-develop and integrate them into the clinical workflow. Previous runs of NHG OIC have resulted in successful outcomes such as the formation of MedTech startups and innovative solutions, and we hope to support more of such collaborations.

Online Platform

Jan. 4(Wed) ~ Feb. 27(Mon), 2023

http://www.openinnovationnetwork.gov.sg/innovation-challenges/nhg-open-innovation-challenge?tab=about

UK-South Korea Collaborative R&D Round 2

UK-South Korea Collaborative R&D Round 2

1115 2023. 3. 30.

Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, will work with the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT) and Korean Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning (KETEP) to invest up to £2 million in innovation projects.
The aim of this competition is to fund business led, collaborative research and development (CR&D) projects focused on industrial research. This is for innovative proposals developed between the UK and South Korea.
Your proposal must include at least one partner from the UK and one partner from South Korea.
UK registered organisations must apply to and will be funded by Innovate UK.
Your South Korean partner will not receive any funding from Innovate UK. South Korean partners must apply to and will be funded by either KIAT or KETEP, depending on the focus sector of the project

Online Platform

Mar. 13(Mon) ~ Aug. 14(Mon), 2023

http://apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk/competition/1433/overview/b4bd23cf-3cb8-404b-b0c8-439cf56bfbfe#dates

9th South Korea – Switzerland Call for Joint Innovation Projects

9th South Korea – Switzerland Call for Joint Innovation Projects

214 2023. 2. 23.

The Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT) and the Swiss Innovation Agency(Innosuisse) are announcing a bilateral Call for joint R&D project outlines, focusing on developing ready to market solutions for products, technology based services or methods, which have a significant market potential for South Korea and Switzerland. The Call is open for all scientific disciplines; however, projects for products
or services in following topics are particularly appreciated:
- Biotech; Medtech
- Digitisation; Industry 4.0; IoT, Artificial Intelligence
- Additive Manufacturing
- Smart Materials / Innovative surfaces
- Augmented and virtual reality
- Hydrogen Technologies
- Renewable Energy & Batteries

Online Platform

Feb. 14(Tue) ~ Apr. 26(Wed), 2023

http://south-korea-swiss-call-2023.b2match.io/

Neuroscience Assets in Lead Generation Stage

Neuroscience Assets in Lead Generation Stage

237 2023. 2. 16.

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited Neuroscience Drug Discovery Unit is searching for assets in Lead Generation stage available for out-licensing or partnerships, which may enhance our pipeline. The initial step may be for Takeda to ask for asset sharing to perform profiling.

Online Platform

Feb. 1(Wed) ~ Feb. 28(Tue), 2023

http://www.cloudrfp.tech/n178060e/

KOREA-TURKIYE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME

KOREA-TURKIYE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME

211 2023. 2. 9.

Joint Research Projects: Call for Proposals 2023
The Korea-Türkiye Science and Technology Programme was initiated by an Agreement between the
government of the republic of Korea and the government of the republic of Türkiye on cooperation in
the field of science and technology in order to further step up the bilateral cooperation in scientific and
technological areas of relevance to both countries.
The cooperation is based on the principles of reciprocity, parity and activity-matching funding.
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜBİTAK) and the National Research
Foundation of Korea (NRF) were authorized to launch a call for Joint Research Projects (JRPs),
organize the evaluation of the submitted proposals and monitor the funded projects.

Online Platform

Jan. 13(Fri) ~ Mar. 17(Fri), 2023

http://www.tubitak.gov.tr/sites/default/files/3125/1071_arastirma_projeleri_surec_dokumani.pdf

LEE KUAN YEW GLOBAL BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION

LEE KUAN YEW GLOBAL BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION

237 2023. 2. 8.

INNOVATIONS BEYOND BOUNDARIES
Reimagine a Smart, Sustainable and Resilient Future
Gathering young founders from around the world to tackle 21st century challenges.
- Get sponsored trips to attend Finals in Singapore
- Win Fantastic Prizes Worth S$2 Million!
Asia's Largest University Startup Challenge returns in 2023.

Online Platform

Sep. 11(Mon) ~ Sep. 15(Fri), 2023

http://lkygbpc.smu.edu.sg/

[EUREKA] Transnational Eureka Lightweighting call

[EUREKA] Transnational Eureka Lightweighting call

549 2023. 2. 2.

Participating countries/ regions
Austria, Belgium (Flanders & Wallonia), Canada, France, Luxembourg, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland
Lightweighting Technology is the key enabling technology that provides environmental-friendly solutions, while at the same time adding commercial value, across all industries. Driven by mobility linked challenges, lightweight technology is the path to fundamental resource savings.
In an increasingly connected world, collaboration across borders is essential. Strong partnerships within leading Europe regions and worldwide allow access to customers, technologies and best practices for all stakeholders’ businesses and research institutions.

Online

Jan. 25(Wed) ~ Apr. 25(Tue), 2023

http://eureka.smartsimple.ie

Panasonic Innovation Challenge

Panasonic Innovation Challenge

296 2023. 1. 11.

Crowdsourcing @ Panasonic is a call to action for global start-ups, SMEs, and research institutes with the relevant technology or innovative solutions to address Panasonic's challenge statements.
Panasonic Corporation is a worldwide leader in developing diverse electronics technologies and solutions for customers in the consumer electronics, housing, automotive, enterprise solutions and device industries.

Online Event

Sep. 29(Thu) ~ Mar. 1(Wed), 2023

http://panasonic.innovation-challenge.sg/

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