Super Sapiens Europe

The first Call4Ideas dedicated to discovering the most promising, technology-intensive startups across Europe

Shaping the
European tech landscape

Scientifica Venture Capital, in collaboration with IREFI - Institute for France-Italy Economic Relations and its extensive network, has launched this international Call4Ideas to foster the creation of a European technological and entrepreneurial ecosystem.AN INITIATIVE BY
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How it works

1 OCTOBER

APPLICATIONS OPENING

1 DECEMBER

APPLICATIONS DEADLINE

DECEMBER / FEBRUARY

SELECTION

In this phase, up to 16 projects will be selected

FEBRUARY / MARCH

Selected projects announcement

The projects that have passed the selection will be featured at a recognition event

Guidelines

Find out the requirements to take part in Super Sapiens Europe

Industry Fields

Smart Materials
Generative AI
Advanced Manufaturing
Aerospace
Smart City & Mobility
Agritech
Quantum Technologies
Climate Tech

Why apply to
Super Sapiens Europe?

Here are all the benefits.

Submitting a project to Super Sapiens Europe allows proposers to:

Present their project to multiple stakeholders within the European ecosystem, gaining broad international visibility
Access equity investment in the company - or, in the case of teams not yet established, in the future company - from Scientifica Venture Capital and the panel of involved Venture Capital firms
Develop the product within Scientifica Lab Approved’s centers of excellence, obtaining initial technological validation. The Scientifica Lab Approved network consists of over 70 cutting-edge laboratories across Italy, connected by Scientifica Venture Capital to facilitate tech transfer
Receive industrial validation of the product from the involved corporate partner

Partners

To implement Super Sapiens Europe an “international chain of innovators” has been established, connecting venture capitals, institutional partners, research centers, corporate partners and innovation leaders.
This synergy creates a dynamic and fertile environment for innovation, facilitating technological transfer, cross-sector collaboration, and new business opportunities.
Additionally, it enhances global competitiveness and attracts investments and talent from around the world.
VENTURE CAPITALS
INNOVATION HUBS
CORPORATES
LABS

All the Partners

Apply now!

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Has your start-up already been formed?*
Do you need access to laboratories or specific equipment to carry out your project?*
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