Project description
Bridging the innovation gap
In a rapidly evolving global landscape, turning innovative concepts into market-ready solutions is increasingly urgent. Researchers often face challenges in bridging the gap between theoretical breakthroughs and practical applications, limiting the potential of groundbreaking ideas. The EIC-funded InnoNext project tackles this issue with its Next Generation Innovation Talent initiative. Over two years, this programme nurtures entrepreneurial talent, helping researchers transform ideas into marketable innovations. By leveraging advanced AI tools, InnoNext excels in talent discovery and match-making, offering personalised assessments and fostering strategic corporate partnerships. Supporting over 600 tailored internships, the initiative aims to develop visionary leaders and drive impactful advancements, ensuring innovation translates into real-world success.
Objective
In today's fast-paced global landscape, innovation is the catalyst for progress. The 'Next Gen Innovation Talent' initiative is dedicated to fostering a cohort of skilled, entrepreneurial thinkers who can translate ideas into tangible, market-ready solutions.
Our mission is clear: to nurture an entrepreneurial mindset among researchers and emerging innovators. We view innovation as more than just generating ideas; it's a rigorous process of turning those ideas into practical, market-ready solutions.
To achieve this, we've designed a comprehensive two-year program based on a robust and flexible methodology that leverages cutting-edge AI instruments to support the program. It begins with discovering talents and a detailed needs assessment for each participant, providing valuable insights into their unique aspirations. We then facilitate connections between researchers and the corporate world using an intelligent matching procedure, creating an environment encouraging collaboration and creativity.
Participants in our program are not ordinary interns; they are the future architects of innovation and problem-solving from the most relevant European research programs (e.g. ERC and EIC). We provide robust support through mentorship, resources, and tailored opportunities, empowering them to envision ambitious goals and overcome obstacles in pursuing transformative solutions.
We aim to quantify our impact through a target of no less than 600 internships, each representing a distinct personal and professional growth journey. Our ultimate aspiration is to witness the birth of groundbreaking inventions, the rise of visionary leaders, and the establishment of a culture where innovation and society thrive.
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Programme(s)
- HORIZON.3.1 - The European Innovation Council (EIC) Main Programme
Funding Scheme
HORIZON-CSA - HORIZON Coordination and Support ActionsCoordinator
10138 Torino
Italy