turash/funding/national/switzerland/innosuisse/PROGRAM_INFO.md
Damir Mukimov cdca1ea1a7
Reorganize funding programs and create application documents
- Reorganized funding program structure: moved standalone .md files into organized directories with PROGRAM_INFO.md and APPLICATION_SCOPE.md
- Created budget files for selected priority programs:
  * EIC Accelerator: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M)
  * ZIM: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€465k)
  * DBU: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€152.5k)
  * LIFE Programme: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M)
- Created team CV files for all selected programs (CV_Damir_Mukimov.md)
- Added application documents structure:
  * funding/applications/budget/ - Master budget files and templates
  * funding/applications/team_cvs/ - Master CV and team expertise summary
- Updated FUNDING_GAP_ANALYSIS.md to reflect completed documents
- Added APPLICATION_REQUIREMENTS_REPORT.md with detailed requirements
- Added PREPARATION_PRIORITY.md for application preparation workflow
2025-11-01 09:59:48 +01:00

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> ⚠️ **NOT SUITABLE FOR BERLIN-BASED COMPANIES**
> This program requires **Swiss company/research institution** (Swiss registration).
> **Requirement**: Company must be Swiss or research institution must be Swiss.
> See `BERLIN_COMPANY_RECOMMENDATIONS.md` for programs suitable for Berlin-based companies.
---
# Innosuisse - Swiss Innovation Agency
## Overview
Innosuisse is Switzerland's innovation agency supporting SMEs, startups, research institutions, and organizations in their research and development activities, with programs relevant to circular economy and sustainable innovation.
## Managing Body
Innosuisse - Swiss Innovation Agency
## Funding Type
Grants for innovation projects, research collaborations, startup support, and knowledge transfer
## Funding Amount
- Varies by program and project type
- Support for national and international projects
- Startup and scale-up funding
- Research collaboration grants
## Deadlines
- **STATUS: OPEN** (as of November 2025)
- **270 SME projects submitted in latest call** (October 2025)
- Continuous intake for many programs
- Call-specific deadlines vary
- Check [Innosuisse website](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/home.html) for current deadlines
## Eligibility
- Swiss companies (SMEs and startups)
- Research institutions
- Universities and research organizations
- Organizations with innovation projects
- Must demonstrate innovation and Swiss impact
## Thematic Focus
- Circular economy and sustainability
- Innovation across all sectors
- Green technologies
- Digital innovation
- Knowledge transfer between research and industry
## Relevance to City Resource Graph
- Innovation funding for industrial symbiosis platforms
- Support for circular economy solutions
- Startup and scale-up support
- Research-industry collaboration grants
- Green technology development funding
- International collaboration opportunities
## Links
- [Innosuisse Website](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/home.html)
- [Support Offers](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/support-offers)
- [Funding for National Projects](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/funding-for-national-projects)
- [Funding for International Projects](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/funding-for-international-projects)
- [Calls for Projects](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/calls-for-projects-and-applications)
- [Application Platform](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/innosuisse-application-platform)
## Application Checklist
### Pre-Application Requirements
- [ ] Verify Swiss company/research institution eligibility:
- [ ] Swiss SME or startup OR
- [ ] Swiss research institution/university OR
- [ ] Organization with Swiss connection and innovation project
- [ ] Use [Innosuisse Guide](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/innosuisse-guide) to identify suitable funding
- [ ] Review [Support Offers](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/support-offers) for program selection
- [ ] Decide between national vs international project:
- [ ] National project: Swiss partners only
- [ ] International project: Cross-border collaboration
- [ ] Identify if startup support, innovation project, or collaboration needed
- [ ] Note: **High competition** (270 SME projects in latest call)
### Required Documents (varies by program)
- [ ] Company/organization registration documents (Swiss)
- [ ] Project description with innovation focus
- [ ] Budget breakdown and funding request
- [ ] Project timeline with milestones
- [ ] CVs of key team members
- [ ] Partnership agreements (for collaboration projects)
- [ ] Research collaboration agreement (if involving research institution)
- [ ] Market analysis and commercialization plan
- [ ] Innovation impact assessment
- [ ] Circular economy/sustainability relevance description
- [ ] Proof of concept or preliminary results (if available)
### Application Steps
1. [ ] Visit [Innosuisse Guide](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/innosuisse-guide) to find right program
2. [ ] Review [Calls for Projects](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/calls-for-projects-and-applications)
3. [ ] Check specific program deadline and requirements
4. [ ] Register on [Innosuisse application platform](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/innosuisse-application-platform)
5. [ ] Complete online application form
6. [ ] Upload all required documents
7. [ ] Submit before deadline
8. [ ] Note: Prepare well due to high competition
### Project Alignment Checklist
- [ ] Project demonstrates clear innovation
- [ ] Shows Swiss economic/social impact
- [ ] Aligns with circular economy/sustainability themes
- [ ] Includes knowledge transfer component (research-industry bridge)
- [ ] Demonstrates commercialization potential
- [ ] Shows industrial symbiosis/resource efficiency innovation
### Program Selection Guidance
- [ ] Review [Funding for National Projects](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/funding-for-national-projects)
- [ ] Review [Funding for International Projects](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/funding-for-international-projects)
- [ ] Check [Support for Start-ups](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/support-for-start-ups) if applicable
- [ ] Consider [Project set-up assistance](https://www.innosuisse.ch/en/project-set-up-assistance-and-networking)
### Post-Submission
- [ ] Save confirmation and reference number
- [ ] Monitor application status in platform
- [ ] Be prepared for competitive evaluation (270+ applications)
- [ ] Have additional materials ready if shortlisted
- [ ] Prepare for potential interview/presentation
## Application Tips
- High demand - 270 projects submitted in recent call
- Use Innosuisse Guide to find suitable funding
- Focus on innovation and knowledge transfer
- Leverage research-industry partnerships
- Explore both national and international opportunities
- Check for circular economy specific calls or programs
- **Important: Prepare strong application due to high competition**