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Lab2Market is the first EIT RawMaterials innovation programme specifically designed to provide students in the raw materials sector with all the skills necessary to create successful solutions for their research and help them transform their ideas into start-ups.
The programme invests in the future generation of innovators and provides a holistic support service to guide them into making a successful business and generate impact in the raw materials sector.
You will benefit from hands-on workshops, mentorship sessions, training and educational material bridging education and business creation.
You will gain access to the EIT RawMaterials partner network, mentoring sessions with industry leaders, legal support and the chance to participate in our networking events.
The four winning teams/start-ups competing on the Final Pitching Competition event of Phase 2 will receive €2.500 each.
Up to 15 teams, who will make it to Phase 3 ,will receive funding from 3.000 up to 17.000 each to support market entrance, with the pre-condition to incorporate a start-up during this phase.
EIT Labelled students, enrolled or recent graduates from the EIT RawMaterials Labelled Master’s programmes.
PhD students currently studying a topic related to raw materials at a European university.
Teams including at least one member from the Master or PhD student categories currently studying a topic related to raw materials at a European university.
Access to a sustainable supply of minerals, metals and advanced materials is vital to the success of the European Green Deal.
To be selected in the Lab2Market programme, your solution should address a challenge in the innovation areas we support:
Apply now and join us to the journey towards becoming an entrepreneur in the RM sector.
Develop and understand your research, knowledge and experience to transform ideas into viable and profitable business models.
Accelerate your professional development, entrepreneurship and innovation skills while developing the industry know-how and connections you need to succeed.
Build on the core principles of the raw materials sector to generate spin-off start-up companies, viable products and sustainable solutions.
Find out more about the programme and how to participate. Join our Info Day
To learn more about the eligibility criteria, thematic scope and all the details of the EIT RawMaterials Lab2Market programme 2022-2023, please refer to the document below:
