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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.
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, Â 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
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Start-up grants and funding, Intellectual Property, and Financial Planning for Startups