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.
- Researchers, who have completed the PhD within the last 4 years or will do so in the next 6 months. - Projects must be based on the applicant’s research and hosted by a Swiss research institution.
- USI needs to 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, contact Servizio Ricerca (servizio.ricerca@usi.ch) for assistance.
Up to CHF 130'000 for 12 months. Funding includes salary and project-related costs.Have a look at recent projects won in the Bridge POC category and contact Servizio Ricerca (servizio.ricerca@usi.ch) for support with your application!
- USI internal deadline: 1 June 2025- Call deadline: 16 June 2025 at 17:00- Interviews: 3-4 September 2025- Decision: mid-November 2025
