Driving Innovation Through Deep Tech Exchange
A 3 day capsule programme for collaboration building around deep tech initiatives.
A unique programme designed to foster long-term collaboration between organisations that support deep tech ventures growth.
Through a 3-day capsule programme of workshops, curated matchmaking, on-site visits providing a glimpse into the next deep tech breakthroughs and expert mentorship, The DeepTechers will equip you with the tools and partnerships to build your next deep tech initiative.
through structured matchmaking and tailored collaboration models aimed at accelerating international commercialisation.
into globalisation strategies, funding opportunities, commercialisation pathways, regulatory frameworks, and the scalable growth of deep tech ventures.
and connect with potential partners for Horizon Europe consortia and additional collaborations
by joining a global network of deep tech experts, and gaining the skills and connections needed to support the next generation of deep tech ventures.
Deep tech refers to technologies based on significant scientific or engineering advances, often rooted in research and development, that aim to solve complex and fundamental challenges.
These technologies typically involve long development cycles, high capital intensity, and the potential for disruptive impact across sectors like healthcare, semiconductors, quantum technologies, robotics, automotive systems, smart manufacturing, advanced materials, solutions, space technologies and more.
We aim to support organisations operating in these fields—and beyond:
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*Data compiled from official reports by the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Technical University of Denmark (DTU) institutional publications, BioInnovation Institute (BII) and Novo Nordisk Foundation corporate briefs, and global benchmarks from Startup Genome and StartupBlink.
*The full agenda will be revealed to selected participants
The Israel Innovation Authority, responsible for the country’s innovation policy, is an independent and impartial statutory public entity that operates for the benefit of the Israeli innovation ecosystem and Israeli economy as a whole. Its mission is to strengthen the innovation ecosystem and promote innovation, entrepreneurship & disruptive technologies as leverage for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
The Authority provides investments in the form of conditional grants to support technological innovations as well as engage in creating the groundwork and infrastructure to prepare for future technologies to maintain both technological and economic leadership as well as improve productivity and global competitiveness of the Israeli technology hub.
Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK), a joint initiative between the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Digital Affairs, is a public entity operating across seven global innovation hubs. ICDK’s mission is to connect the Danish innovation ecosystem to international markets and promote research, entrepreneurship & disruptive technologies as leverage for sustainable economic growth.
ICDK provides tailored matchmaking and global networking to support technological innovations, as well as engaging in creating the groundwork and strategic partnerships to prepare for future technologies to maintain Denmark’s technological and commercial leadership as well as improve the productivity and global competitiveness of its innovation ecosystem.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is guided by customer obsession, pace of innovation, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. By democratizing technology for nearly two decades and making cloud computing and generative AI accessible to organizations of every size and industry, AWS has built one of the fastest-growing enterprise technology businesses in history. Millions of customers trust AWS to accelerate innovation, transform their businesses, and shape the future. With the most comprehensive AI capabilities and global infrastructure footprint, AWS empowers builders to turn big ideas into reality. Learn more at aws.amazon.com and follow @AWSNewsroom.
At BioInnovation Institute (BII), we accelerate world-class innovation to benefit people and society. Through our programs, Venture Lab, Bio Studio and BII Quantum Lab, we support life science and deep tech start-ups with knowledge, network, infrastructure and funding of up to 3M EUR per project and 1.8 M EUR per start-up. With our expertise, network, funding, and infrastructure, we empower early-stage startups and translational research projects to succeed and believe in the transformative power of innovation.
The Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy
The Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, as part of the Bavarian State Government, focuses on maintaining Bavaria’s competitive edge, supporting companies and startups, and creating opportunities in future-oriented industries and applications. The ministry strives to deepen relations between Bavaria and nations around the world, particularly in mobility, energy, health, agrifood tech, industry 4.0 and space, and strives to help expand Bavarian companies globally as well as international companies in Bavaria.
The ideal participant is a senior-level professional from Europe, Israel and Horizon Europe associated countries, with at least five years of relevant experience in innovation or business creation, operating within the deep tech ecosystem. Applicants should hold a leadership or decision-making role in an organisation that supports startup growth and significantly contributes to the advancement of deep technologies. We are looking for individuals who can bring strategic insight, practical experience, and valuable network connections to the programme and their peers.
Examples of suitable candidates include:
The programme is not suited for startups or consultants.
Participant Category | Eligible KICs | Eligibility for Programme Funding | Eligibility for Travel and Accommodation Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|---|
Global Outreach KIC Partners | 6 KICs: EIT Health, EIT Climate-KIC, EIT Manufacturing, EIT Digital, EIT Food and EIT Culture & Creativity | The programme cost is fully covered by EIT Hub Israel | Reimbursement up to €1,000 per participant |
Global Outreach KIC Staff | 6 KICs: EIT Health, EIT Climate-KIC, EIT Manufacturing, EIT Digital, EIT Food and EIT Culture & Creativity | The programme cost is fully covered by EIT Hub Israel | Financed by the KIC’s own resources |
Partners / Staff From Other KICs | EIT InnoEnergy, EIT Raw Materials and EIT Urban Mobility | 85% of the programme cost is covered by EIT Hub Israel; participants cost: €300 (scholarships available, see below) | Financed by participant’s own resources (scholarships available, see below) |
Ecosystem Manager (Non EIT) | Any individual professional can apply | 75% of the programme cost is covered by EIT Hub Israel; participants cost: €500 (scholarships available, see below) | Financed by participant’s own resources (scholarships available, see below) |
Partner at Tal Ventures & co-founder of Israel's DeepTech community, DeepTech Nation
“Every element of the programme was perfectly designed and executed. From the impactful agenda to the meaningful discussions, it was clear that every moment of the day was carefully thought out to drive maximum value.
I am confident that the connections made during this program—with both participants and lecturers—will lead to future collaborations. The DeepTechers is truly a one-of-a-kind initiative that plays a critical role in driving the deep-tech industry forward.”
Director, Emerge Association
“Undoubtedly, it has been one of the most visionary, perspective-enhancing, and impactful programme I have ever attended.”
VP Innovation at DeserTech and Climate Innovation Center
“The EIT DeepTechers program equipped me with the practical tools and insights needed to advance our center’s mission and to foster international collaborations.”
Lab2Market National Programming Lead & Deep Tech Startup Manager at TMU's Innovation Boost Zone
“The DeepTechers program was nothing short of transformative! It served as a dynamic cross-border nexus for deep-tech enthusiasts, where I gained invaluable insights, cutting-edge best practices, and forged connections that will shape my future endeavours. I walked away with a renewed excitement for what’s possible in deep tech. I wholeheartedly recommend this program to anyone eager to make a lasting impact in deep tech!”
Founder of FabLab Bosnia & Herzegovina
“The DeepTechers programme was a phenomenal experience that far exceeded my expectations.The organisation, concept, and speaker lineup were unparalleled—easily the best event I’ve attended in the last four years.“
Yes, in-person participation is required, as building physical collaborations is the core essence of the DeepTechers programme.
You will meet peers and tech leaders from Europe and Horizon Europe associated countries, top speakers and lecturers on a number of different topics, executives from global companies, and many more professionals that can be your future business partners to support the deep-tech innovation ecosystem.
Experienced European or Horizon Europe associated country senior professionals, at the management/decision making, in an organisation boosting start-up growth, significantly impacting the deep-tech ecosystem. For example, heads of: accelerators, VCs, innovation agencies, labs, incubators or other business creation activities from academia, industry, government and/or TTO’s.
Sessions will include an in-depth exploration of advanced strategies for scaling deep-tech initiatives, startups, and scale-ups, with a focus on distinctive models for venture building and leveraging academic research for commercialisation. Participants will also explore leading global deep-tech technologies, followed by workshops on venture building, and industry innovation insights, concluding with sessions on deep-tech partnership building.
The EIT deep tech definition includes the following fields:
1. Advanced Computing / Quantum Computing
2. Advanced Manufacturing
3. Advanced Materials
4. Aerospace, Automotive and Remote Sensing
5. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, including Big Data
6. Biotechnology and Life Sciences
7. Communications and Networks, including 5G
8. Cybersecurity and Data Protection
9. Electronics and Photonics
10. Internet of Things, W3C, Semantic Web
11. Robotics
12. Semiconductors (Microchips)
13. Sustainable Energy and Clean Technologies
14. Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Metaverse
15. Web 3.0, including Blockchain, Distributed Ledgers, NFTs
For a more detailed understanding of how deep tech is defined for the EIT, please see Deep Tech Definitions.
The programme is free of charge (fully subsidised; valued at €2,000). Participants are expected to cover their own travel, accommodation, and any additional personal costs. EIT Hub Israel offers a limited number of competitive scholarships to selected participants. Check out the Finance section for more information, and if you have any questions reach out to: ido.rosenblum@eithubisrael.eu.
The applicants will be ranked according to the criteria mentioned in the Assessment Process section and the final decision will be made by the Regional Innovation & Internationalisation Cluster steering committee. Applicants will receive responses by 14 September 2026.
While having an idea or ongoing project can accelerate your engagement, you’ll also have the opportunity to join existing projects or create new ones.
As an outcome of the programme, you can expect to:
As programme alumni, you will join the Global Outreach community network, an active online and offline community offering access to opportunities, curated content, matchmaking, soft-landing services, and support.
Each application will be reviewed and ranked by the following criteria:
The final approval will be granted by the evaluation committee, which consists of one external evaluator (60%) and two internal evaluators (40%).
The Health not The Death is a fundamental human right. A healthy population is not to be seen as human and social capital, an input, or by-product, towards economic growth. Alongside a healthy and sustainable environment, a solidarity, a healthy population must be the ultimate goal especially nowadays in helping Ukrainian migrants with cancer and their families.
Solidarity in health is a cornerstone of EU health policy. There are wide disparities in many health outcomes across the region and those outcomes. The access rules dramatically affect healthcare systems which are at the forefront of the migrant way, the people who are searching for help and the way how we could enhance and support their healthier and wellbeing status.
In order to ensure their access to care and continued cure in need, the probability of receiving a timely diagnosis and of surviving differs greatly from country to country where they are now. There is lack of information, help and inequalities in access. People need help in navigating cancer knowledge, diagnostics, secondary monitoring and prevention, way of treatments, and care.
Shifting our mindset, supporting healthcare connectivity, removing inequalities overall across Europe is our mission and even more now in a time of crisis, helping the Ukrainian people dealing with cancer is a good place to begin this transformative revolution.
1) Whether we have a chance to foster more holistic and integrated approaches to receive information and care, by supporting coordination and maximising an enabling and health-enhancing effect of care across services from different countries?
2) Whether actions should address the social determinants of health, the countries where they are now, the health need which they have, the social and language barriers are the conditions which have to be taken into consideration in a coordinated manner?
How might we improve patients and /or people who seek healthcare support, access to healthcare services at an EU & the Member States Healthcare systems level? Especially in a time of crisis in Europe.
How might we support refugees fleeing from their countries by navigating them to medical centres to receive best available care?
Precision medicine aims to personalise care for every individual. Nongenomic and genomic determinants, combined with information from patient symptoms, clinical history, and lifestyle (nutrition, physical activity, stress etc.), can facilitate personalised diagnosis and prognostics. Yet this goal requires access to massive amounts of data which may come from different structured and unstructured sources; these can be our medical records, laboratory testing, a range of medical devices as well as from the patient himself. AI & ML can combine input from these multiple sources, analyse them and identify biomarkers that can support health professionals make more informed decisions. The convergence of precision medicine with the advanced AI capabilities will improve the ability to personalise care – improve diagnosis, risk prediction as well as therapy planning.
HCPs want to better predict treatment response, given uncertainty around which treatment to prescribe to which patient and when to prescribe. How do we risk assess the patients, match them with the right treatment (personalised). How can we transform the wealth of data and link it to the predictive nature of how the patient will respond?
Being diagnosed with cancer is overwhelming and comes as a blow. Patients may feel on a roller coaster of emotions—they are scared, lost & confused not knowing what to expect, who to refer to, what to do and how to tell their loved ones. They directly refer to “Dr. Google” to look for information about their disease, possible treatments, QoL strategies with the aim to have better understanding of their disease and learn how to better cope with their disease & treatment, yet information is not always valid, accessible, nor personalised or tailored to the patient’s status and needs therefore left with huge amounts of non-relevant information. Coming to the doctor, the physician’s time is limited and mostly focusing on the physical aspects of the disease & treatment, not leaving much time to ask questions nor discuss more holistic aspects of the disease such as emotional, psychological, social aspects. The patient (& caregiver in many cases) leaves the room with unanswered questions, doesn’t remember much of what has been said, and feels he is not heard, nor seen as a whole.
The need for navigating this journey along the emotional psychological stress is overwhelming & patients and their caregivers look for support (case manager/companion/partner) to help manage their disease holistically – starting from having clarity around their disease and treatment by having access to reliable and personalised information during their journey as well as having an integrated holistic care system , supporting them and their loved ones to navigate through the different aspects of their disease – medical, emotional, logistical, psychological, social, rights.
How can we support patients to navigate through the complexity of their disease and treatment ensuring they have validated holistic information about their disease journey & treatment and be empowered to effectively manage their care
As medical events pivoted from conference centres and meeting rooms to the virtual settings, learning opportunities continue. Lectures and presentations are translated to the new digital world, yet the ability to connect and network is relatively lost. Peer interaction is essential not only for information exchange but to share practical insights, allows consultation & in-person experience cross country and across borders leading to better disease management.
This peer-based learning/ consultation is highly valued amongst practising clinicians and was generally achieved when HCPs and KOLs met their peers in national & Intl conferences, group debates, advisory boards and even during quick corridor conversations. Attempting to replicate these in-person experiences into the digital space creates challenges and are not effective nor impactful as face-to-face engagements.
How might we improve HCP medical exchange enabling physicians to easily communicate, consult, exchange opinions leveraging individual experts & centres of excellence knowledge, experiences, and practices?
How can we leverage the technological expertise to allow HCPs to connect with leading experts across countries to get advice / counselling for their cases?
Application for 2022Calling2Scale is closed.
Interested in participating in the next cohort?
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Connect & Experience offers more than training. The C&E community network is an active EU online and offline community offering easy access to opportunities, curated content, matchmaking, soft landing services, and support. The community provides a space for community builders from Europe and Horizon Europe associated countries to interact, share best practices, and collaborate to enhance your startup community.