Amsterdam UMC funding opportunities
There comes a time when you need funding to start, or further develop, your research project, or idea. IXA Amsterdam UMC offers researchers from all disciplines a roadmap to a variety of funding opportunities aimed at boosting research valorisation and impact.
Applying for Proof of Principle
Are you a researcher at Amsterdam UMC with an early-stage innovation that has the potential to make a significant impact?
IXA’s Proof of Principle funding offers funding to help you move your invention forward by proving its viability or generating critical data to broaden its scope, ensuring that you have the evidence needed to secure further investments or commercial partnerships.
IXA PoP provides €50,000 in funding for researchers working on innovations at Technology Readiness Levels 1 to 3. This funding supports the following key activities:
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Proof-of-Principle: Validate the core concept of your invention and demonstrate its potential to evolve into a viable product or service.
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Extra Data Generation: Collect additional data in the priority year following your first patent application to expand the scope of your invention.
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Broaden Claims and Support Inventive Step: Generate evidence to strengthen your claims and support the inventive step of your technology.
These studies focus on technical and commercial feasibility, with the real potential for your invention to be developed into a market-ready product or service.
Proof of Concept funding
Are you a researcher at Amsterdam UMC or an aspiring entrepreneur with an innovative research idea?
IXA’s Proof of Concept funding provides the perfect opportunity to de-risk your invention and carry out critical Proof of Concept and technical feasibility studies that will increase the chances of licensing your innovation to an established company or an Amsterdam UMC spin-off.
IXA PoC offers €100,000 in conditional/convertible loan funding for researchers and entrepreneurs working on projects within Technology Readiness Levels 3 to 6. This funding is designed to help bridge the gap between early-stage research and commercial success, allowing you to:
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Finance Prototypes: Develop prototypes to demonstrate the technical feasibility of your invention.
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Conduct Feasibility Studies: Carry out technical studies that assess the viability of scaling your idea.
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Obtain External Advice: Secure expert advice on aspects like patentability, ensuring your idea is primed for commercialization.
By securing this funding, you significantly de-risk your invention and increase its potential for licensing or spin-off creation.
Preseed loan
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur ready to launch or grow your business based on innovative research from Amsterdam UMC? IXA’s Preseed loan offers financial support to help you get your business off the ground, whether you’re in the early stages of establishing your company or working to develop your product.
IXA Preseed provides €100,000 in conditional/convertible loan funding for early-stage entrepreneurs with the goal of helping you lay the foundation for your new business. Whether you’re looking to secure intellectual property or fund critical early-stage activities, this loan can be used for:
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Patent Applications: Secure the protection of your innovative idea.
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Patent Maintenance: Keep your intellectual property rights intact as you move forward.
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Market Research: Gain insights into your target market to fine-tune your product or service.
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Notary Fees: Cover legal costs for company formation and other necessary documents.
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Wage Costs: Fund early-stage team members and collaborators to support your project.
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Product Development: Push forward with developing your product or technology into a viable business offering.
MedTech funding
Are you a researcher with an innovative medical device concept ready for the next stage of development? IXA MedTech provides funding opportunities to support the progress of medical devices, from prototype development to generating critical data and evidence that will increase the likelihood of securing further funding, collaborations, or licensing deals.
IXA MedTech offers a €15,000 conditional loan to researchers working on medical devices within Technology Readiness Levels 3 to 6. This funding is designed to help you take your project to the next level, whether you’re aiming to refine your prototype or generate essential clinical data to attract future investment or industry partnerships.