CERN is opening its technologies to companies through CERN Venture Connect (CVC), and we want Estonian companies to make use of it. Join our online info day to hear how it works and where you fit in.
CERN Venture Connect (CVC) is a program for deep tech startups run by CERN’s Knowledge Transfer Group, created to bring technologies developed at CERN from research into business. Through CVC, startups get fast-track access to CERN technologies, from lasers and cryogenics to data management and precision synchronization, along with support from CERN experts. The program also connects companies to its network of investors, incubators and service providers, helping them find funding, mentoring and routes to market. CVC is entirely equity-free, and startups at any stage from CERN Member and Associate Member States can apply.
Startups
CVC gives you access to CERN technologies and experts without giving up equity. Come and see what’s available and how to apply.
Companies
CERN buys a lot of equipment and services, and Estonian suppliers can bid. Robert Aare from EIS will explain how CERN tenders work. The CVC team will also cover how more established companies can build on CERN technology.
Ecosystem partners
If you work with startups as an incubator, investor, university, or support organization, join us to learn how to point the right teams to CERN and how CVC works with partners.
Agenda
10:00–10:05 Welcome. Liisi Kirch, Head of Start-up Policy, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications
10:05–10:10 Introduction to CERN. Linn Kretzschmar, Program Lead, CERN Venture Connect, CERN
10:10–10:15 Estonia’s role in CERN. Kairi Otto, Technology and Knowledge Transfer Adviser, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications
10:15–10:30 Business opportunities in CERN tenders. Robert Aare, CERN Project Manager and Industrial Liaison Officer for Estonia, Estonian Business and Innovation Agency (EIS)
10:30–11:05 CERN opportunities for startups and how to work with CERN. Hanaé Taxis, Entrepreneurship Development Officer, CERN Venture Connect
11:05–11:50 Q&A session
The info day will be held in English and participation is free.
Organized by Sparkup Tartu Science Park together with the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications and the Estonian Business and Innovation Agency (EIS).
