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  • Researchers, Startups, Students

SmartGen FMCG Open Innovation Program 2026

OpenApply now The SmartGen FMCG Open Innovation Program 2026 invites startups, research teams and spin-offs to develop innovative solutions for the FMCG sector across areas such as AI, smart retail, logistics, and sustainability. Selected teams will receive mentoring, coaching, networking opportunities and the chance to pilot their solution in real market conditions. Apply now until June 12, 2026!
  • European, Researchers, Startups

GAIA-X Accelerator

The GAIA-X Accelerator invites startups, research teams, and digital innovators to develop solutions in secure, sovereign, and interoperable data infrastructures. Participants gain access to mentoring, technical support, and a strong European innovation network. Apply now!
  • Researchers, Students

Innovation, Tech & Culture Summer School

The Athens Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ACE) and ONASSIS ONX — the global new media and digital culture program of the Onassis Foundation — joined forces to launch a pioneering Summer School designed to empower aspiring professionals, students and businesses with the mindset, skills, and tools to shape the future. 

  • Researchers, Students

εnnovation: The Cross-University Competition on Innovation & Entrepreneurship  

εnnovation is a yearly University Competition on Entrepreneurship and Innovation with a four-month duration. The competition is run by a network of 20+ universities in Greece and Cyprus under the coordination of the ACE

  • Researchers

IP Protection

OpenApply nowIP Protection helpσ researchers safeguard their innovations by securing patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. This service provides guidance on protecting intellectual property, ensuring legal security and maximizing future commercialization potential.
  • Researchers

Research Commercialisation

OpenApply nowTechnology Transfer When it comes to turning innovative research into products or services, there are several pathways researchers can explore.
  • Corporates, Researchers, Startups, Students

AI Hackathon: The open call is LIVE!

The AI Hackathon is a 3-day intensive innovation challenge, bringing together talent to develop AI-driven solutions, tackle real-world problems, and connect with industry experts, mentors, and potential investors.