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Validation of the Technological and Social Innovation Potential of Scientific Research – a German Research Validation Programme Grant

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This call is open to universities and research institutions, at idea and R&D stage and prototype and pilot stage. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Germany.

Summary

This programme funds validation of technological and social innovation potential emerging from scientific research, supporting researchers and institutions in demonstrating the commercial and societal viability of their discoveries. The programme targets German research institutions and scientists seeking to bridge the gap between basic research and market-ready innovation.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 6 Oct 2026Accurate?

About this grant

The VIP+ programme supports research institutions, universities, and public institutions in validating the technological and societal innovation potential of their research results. The programme funds projects that systematically demonstrate the feasibility, implementability, and innovation potential of research findings across all research areas. Funded projects must be in the validation phase, positioned between the discovery and application/commercialisation of research results. …

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How much funding does this grant offer?
Validation of the Technological and Social Innovation Potential of Scientific Research – a German Research Validation Programme offers $1.9M.
Who can apply for Validation of the Technological and Social Innovation Potential of Scientific Research – a German Research Validation Programme?
Eligibility covers organisations in DE; university, research-institution. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.
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Quick facts

Budget$1.9M
EligibilityDE
Org typesuniversity, research-institution
Pre-call requiredYes
Last verified6 Oct 2026