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	BRIDGE Proof of Concept (PoC)

Contact: Marcello Triulzio (servizio.ricerca@usi.ch)

BRIDGE PoC – 32nd Call

Don’t miss out the next call for Bridge Proof of Concept (POC). The call is aimed at young researchers, who have an idea for developing their research findings into innovative products or services. It offers you the funding necessary to test and refine your ideas.

Next deadline: 2 December 2024

Who can apply

- Researchers, who have completed the PhD within the last four years or will do so in the next six months. - Projects must be based on the applicant’s research and hosted by a Swiss research institution.

Internal deadline: 18 November 2024

Host institution support

- The Swiss host research institution will support the applicant for the duration of the project. - Make sure you leave at least 2 weeks before the deadline for the confirmation letter from your host institution to be signed by the Deans of the faculties.

Develop your research result into a commerical application

Funding and duration

Up to CHF 130,000 for 12 months. Funding includes salary and project-related expenses. Have a look at recent projects won in the Bridge POC category!

USI internal deadline: 18 November 2024

Timeline of the call

- Launch: 1 October 2024 - USI internal deadline: 18 November 2024 - Submission deadline: 2 December 2024 - Interviews: Mid-January 2025 - Decision: Mid-April 2025

Q&A Bridge PoC: 15 November 2024

SNSF information event

Join the SNSF information event to discover all the necessary information and ask your questions directly to the people responsible for the Bridge PoC program in a Q&A session. 15 November, 09:10-09:35. Register now!