Startups

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Technology Identification

Identify a CERN technology that can strengthen your product or accelerate your roadmap

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Apply Online

Complete a short form about your company, use case, and what you want to build

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Introductory Meeting

We set up a first meeting to get to know you and discuss your application

If eligibility criteria are fulfilled, see below.

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Technology Expert Consultation

Meet with a CERN tech expert to assess feasibility, requirements and integration options

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Validate with our Prototype (if applicable)

Get hands-on access to the technology to test, validate, and de-risk adoption

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Ready to sign & onboard

We formalize the collaboration and begin onboarding to launch the project

Eligibility Criteria

Deep tech startups, scaleups or entrepreneurs that are:

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based in one of CERN’s member states or associated member states 

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driven by a passionate team with an ambitious vision 

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CERN alumni or looking to leverage CERN technology to gain a competitive edge

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operating in non-military and non-defense-related industries 

CERN Venture Connect Team

Whether you are a startup, an aspiring founder, an investor, an incubator or just a curious mind, reach out to us for any queries.