Innogrant Program Helps Entrepreneurs Take Their Technology to Market

(EPFL, September 26, 2025)

EPFL is significantly impacting the startup ecosystem by converting groundbreaking research into successful businesses. Since 2005, its Innogrant program has supported over 206 projects, with 65% of them flourishing today. These startups have raised a total of CHF 1.6 billion, demonstrating the program's effectiveness in transforming innovative ideas into thriving businesses. EPFL's Innogrant program offers researchers a year's salary to develop their business plans and advance their technologies for the market. It provides financial aid and access to a wide network of experts in management, sales, and business development. This support accelerates the transition from concept to market and equips entrepreneurs with the skills to succeed, establishing EPFL's program as a key player in the success of numerous startups.