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Boosting Innovation & Entrepreneurship Across Europe

Part of the EIT Higher Education Initiative, RUN InnoBoost boosts innovation of students, researchers, and organisations across Europe.

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About RUN InnoBoost

is a European project funded by the EIT Higher Education Initiative (EIT HEI), part of EIT Food. It empowers universities to lead innovation, strengthen regional ecosystems, and turn ideas into real-world impact.

Led by the RUN-EU European University Alliance, the project brings together ten higher education and innovation partners from across Europe.

3 Key Focus Areas

1

Building Innovative Institutions

We help universities and partners create the right conditions for innovation and entrepreneurship.

2

Empowering People

We develop practical innovation skills through bootcamps, online training, and mentoring.

3

Connecting Regions

We connect regions through Living Labs, start-up support, and shared business development.

3 Focus Sectors

1

Bioeconomy

We support new ideas and ventures in sustainable food systems, circular materials, and green solutions,  helping our regions lead in the transition to a low-carbon economy.

2

Future Industries

Preparing people and regions for tomorrow’s technologies.

We connect learners, educators, and companies to drive innovation in digital manufacturing, smart technologies, and AI-powered systems.

3

Social Innovation

Turning local challenges into socially inclusive solutions.

We help people develop entrepreneurial solutions that have a positive impact on communities, from inclusive services to education and wellbeing projects.

Our Vision

By 2030, we aim to:

  • Help 10% of graduates become entrepreneurs
  • Ensure 75% of researchers complete entrepreneurship training
  • Support at least 10 new start-ups every year
  • Contribute to 20% of regional start-ups across our partner regions

Partners

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News & Updates

Boost Your Innovation and Entrepreneurship Skills in Just 3 Weeks

This September, students from across Europe can take part in the Online InnoBootCamp, a fully subsidised, three-week programme designed to build an entrepreneurial mindset, creativity, and start-up skills. The application..

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FUNDING SUCCESS FOR RUN InnoBoost

We are delighted to announce that the @EIT Higher Education Initiative has awarded RUN InnoBoost funding as part of their Call for Proposals 2024. RUN InnoBoost will enable interregional innovation..

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