Are you an EIC-backed deep tech innovator aiming for pre-seed or seed funding in the next 6–12 months? Then this is your opportunity to join Europe’s leading ecosystem for transformative technology startups. Hermann Hauser Frontier Lab (formerly known as the I.E.C.T. Summer School) – a high high-calibre, in-person programme geared towards ambitious entrepreneurs ready to commercialize breakthrough technologies – is open for application and is partnering with EIC to offer you special benefits.
Since 2015, the Hermann Hauser Frontier Lab has guided over 300 Deep Tech founders on their path to success, with the personal support of experienced Cambridge mentors. Continuing this tradition of excellence, Hermann Hauser himself will join in person once again to share his invaluable insights with participants.
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When: September 8 - 12, 2025
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Where: Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria
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Application deadline: 15 July 2025
Program Overview
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Duration: One intensive, English-language week on-site, with online onboarding and debriefing after.
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Focus Areas: Commercialisation strategy, compelling storytelling, VC fundraising readiness, and deep customer insight.
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Key Topics: Energy & New Mobility, Space & Security, TechBio & SynBio, New Compute, AI & Data Science, Quantum Technology.
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Target Group: Deep Tech startups aiming to secure Pre-Seed or Seed funding in the next 6–12 months.
Exclusive Benefits for EIC Innovators
Through our valued partnership, EIC-backed innovators are eligible for:
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An exclusive 20% discount on the programme fee.
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The possibility to claim back 50% of the programme price from the EIC, after the event. Details are available on the official webpage dedicated to the EIC Access+.
To activate your discount, include your EIC company name, project number, and acronym in the free fields of the application form you fill out at the Hermann Hauser Frontier Lab Website.
Don’t Miss Out & Apply by 15 July 2025! Apply today to secure your spot and take your Deep Tech startup to the next level!
About the EIC Service Catalogue
The EIC Service Catalogue is brought to you by the EIC Ecosystem Partnership Programme, part of the EIC Business Acceleration Services. This programme is creating a network of partner organisations to address one of the greatest challenges for EIC innovators: accessing specialised sector-focused services. By forging new strategic partnerships with key actors such as business accelerators, incubators, and research and training organisations, the EIC helps its innovators access their resources, facilities and expertise so that no individual need is left unaddressed. These offers are then listed in the EIC Service Catalogue, a searchable platform through which EIC beneficiaries and Seal of Excellence holders can explore the service offers from the EIC Partners.
For any questions or technical issues concerning the programme, please contact us through the EIC Community’s contact page with the subject ‘EIC Ecosystem Partnership Programme’, or contact our helpdesk at eicpartnerships-helpdesk@eic-bas.eu.
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