Grant · Austria
An Austrian grant for deep tech founders before or just after incorporation, funding a proof of concept or prototype based on applied research over one to two years.
Rolling applications Run by Austria Wirtschaftsservice (aws)
Verified 18 October 2026 · From the programme's own pages
Applications are accepted at any time.
Usual timing: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis (no fixed deadline).
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