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EXIST Transfer of Research

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As the official startup network of the University of Potsdam, we are here to support you in applying for and implementing the EXIST research transfer:

Submission by 31.03., 31.08. and 30.11. of each calendar year. Project start 5-6 months after submission of application. Project outlines and applications are submitted via Potsdam Transfer. Please note the submission deadline for the 1st draft proposal: January 15, June 15 or September 15.

The most important prerequisites for EXIST research transfer in funding phase I are:

  • What is funded?

Highly innovative, research-based and sustainable startup projects that involve technically complex and high-risk development work.

  • Who will be funded?

✓  3 full-time positions for research assistants and 1 full-time position for a business administration assistant

✓ the team members must have at least a Master's or diploma degree

✓ Instead of a scientific person, a technician can also participate (person with completed vocational training, Bachelor's graduate)

  • How is funding provided?

✓ Duration: 18 months, in well-founded cases and within reasonable limits up to 36 months

Funds: up to 250,000 euros

The most important prerequisites for EXIST research transfer in funding phase II are:

✓ Grant: up to 180,000 euros (max. 75% of the project-specific costs) for companies founded during or as a result of funding phase I

More information on the application process:

Further links:

Further information on the EXIST research transfer can be found on the official website.