EIRA (Enabling Innovation: Research to Application) is aiming to support the development of businesses in the East of England.
Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and digital creative are the key focus for EIRA with the network allowing businesses to access both expertise and specialist facilities.
Our group of EIRA network institutions includes The University of Essex, The University of Kent, University of East Anglia, University of Suffolk, Norwich University of the Arts, Writtle University College and Harlow College.
The University of Essex is looking for student and graduate businesses to take on this EIRA opportunity.
Do you have a business idea? Are you a current student or a graduate within the last 3 years?
Do you think you have a business idea that could help solve a problem for your consumer, or that adds value to people’s lives?
EIRA is helping to support innovative early-stage ventures. This is your chance to receive up to £3,000 of funding for your start-up business or organisation.
You will need to complete a written application on CareerHub and a 3 minute video.
The written application should include:
You will also need to produce a 3-minute video giving an introduction to your business/idea, and explaining what the funding will allow you to do.
A face-to-face pitch presentation in front of a review panel, which comprises of different institutions from the EIRA network.