Grants for innovation projects in materials science
The Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the WISE research program have launched a Proof-of-Concept grant with the aim of bridging the gap between academic research and innovations in materials science with a focus on sustainability. Two grants will go to Stockholm University.
Fysikcentret Albanova vid Stockholms universitet. Foto: Ingmarie Andersson
The grant enables researchers to develop their early discoveries towards validated methods, products or processes and enables activities that validate and accelerate development and prepare for innovation and commercialization.
The Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation awarded the first Proof-of-Concept grants in 2017. In 2019, the Wallenberg Launch Pad (WALP) platform was created. Researchers who have or have had grants from the Foundation can apply to WALP with their ideas. Those who progress in the process receive support and coaching within WALP.
In total, 115 Proof-of-Concept grants, including this call, have been awarded since 2017. This was the first call of the Materials Science Proof-of-Concept program.
Funded projects will receive between one and four million SEK each for a maximum project period of two years. In addition to funding, project leaders will receive continued support from the Wallenberg Launch Pad, the WALP team, to develop their innovations into commercial products.
Two grants to Stockholm University
Two of the researchers awarded grants are active at Stockholm University. They are:
Vladimir Krasnov, professor at Fysikum, for “A paradigm shift from Semi - to Super-conductors for a next generation of classical supercomputers”
Erica Zeglio, Associate Professor at Kemikum, for “Hybrid systems for e-methanol production from CO2”.
