Would you like to embark on your "Mission Innovation" with the Hightech Zentrum Aargau? Our range of services is modular, allowing you to combine the individual components as needed to build a solid foundation for your innovation. The initial modules are free of charge for SMEs in Aargau.
If you have already successfully completed a project with us, we offer an attractive opportunity to start another innovation project with our support, helping you bring it to success with a contribution toward the costs.
How to Secure Support for Your Project from the Forschungsfonds Aargau
To qualify for cantonal funding, projects must meet specific criteria and guidelines. Each project must involve a business partner based in the canton of Aargau or include a binding commitment to relocate the headquarters to Aargau, as well as involve a Swiss university partner (e.g., ETH/Uni, EMPA, PSI, FH).
Typically, the project is led by the business and implementation partner, while the university serves as the research partner, contributing its expertise. This collaboration fosters valuable knowledge transfer between industry and research, thereby reducing the risks for the participating company.
Numerous National Funding Possibilities
Although Switzerland is a relatively small country, it relies on quality education and innovation as its most vital resources in the global competition for a thriving economy, a skilled workforce, and a stable society. Our support includes:
- Extensive knowledge in technologies, methods, patents, and various industries
- A strong network of external partners from research and development, renowned universities, and more
We are happy to advise you on the different funding options available to provide optimal support for your innovation project.
International funding opportunities
Swiss companies have access to not only cantonal and national funding but also a wide range of international funding options. We are well-versed in the available international funding opportunities and can support you throughout the application process to secure these support services.
The Final Step Towards Success
Upon request, we can take on paid project mandates. Depending on the nature of the mandate, billing can be arranged either on an hourly basis or as a flat-rate package. Possible project mandates include:
- Taking over the overall management of a project
- Organizing, participating in, and moderating customer-specific workshops (e.g., innovation, creativity, and strategy workshops)
- Providing service modules such as business modeling, IP training, specialist seminars, networking events, and more
Our goal is to guide your projects to a successful conclusion and provide you with comprehensive support.
Your Project
We advise and support you throughout your innovation project - from the initial idea and feasibility studies to the finished product and its market launch. Whether you’re a small, medium-sized, or large company, we are here for businesses in Aargau across all sectors. Let us be your partner in success!