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Republic of IrelandResearch Ireland Future Innovator Prize
The Future Innovator Prize is a challenge-based programme designed to foster interdisciplinary research teams that develop novel, disruptive technologies to address significant societal challenges. It supports researchers in collaborating across disciplines and sectors to accelerate the societal impact of publicly funded research. The programme uses a stage-gated model with Phase 1 (€20k for team building), Phase 2 (€200k for prototyping), and a Final Prize (€2M for deployment).
Who can apply
Academic staff and contract researchers at eligible Irish research bodies, including established researchers, postdoctoral researchers, and postgraduate students. Teams must be interdisciplinary.Perks & benefits
- Stage-gated funding model with increasing awards
- Stakeholder and end-user engagement support
- Partnership with Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) for additional international funding
- Access to SESAME online grants management system
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