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    Using public funding to finance innovation

    Public funding is a powerful lever for innovation. An overview of available programs.

    Why funding matters

    Innovation projects are often risky and capital intensive. Public funding can help reduce these risks and make projects possible in the first place.

    Important funding programs

    • FFG (Austria): Research funding for innovation and development
    • aws: Support for startups and growth companies
    • Horizon Europe: EU wide research and innovation funding

    Success factors for grant applications

    A strong application is clearly structured, shows impact and feasibility, and is precisely aligned with the criteria of the funding body.