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!
Ennovation: The Cross-University Competition on Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Ennovation 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
Start for Future
OpenApply nowStart for Future LEARN 2025 is a hands-on program where participants develop entrepreneurial skills, collaborate internationally, and create innovative solutions in key industries. Guided by experts, they pitch ideas and compete for financial and mentorship prizes.
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.
Research Commercialisation
OpenApply nowTechnology Transfer
When it comes to turning innovative research into products or services, there are several pathways researchers can explore.
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.
YES Summer School
The YES Program is a two-week summer initiative for high-school students across Greece with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Through action-based training, students design hands-on projects, transforming ideas from prototype to presentation.