FC'INNOV Foundation
Mission
Support
Type of actor
Support player
Fields of intervention
Medical Device
Intervention zone
Regional / National / European / International
What is the FC'INNOV Foundation?
The Foundation carries out technological developments that serve as bridges between public research and industrial innovation
🎯 Tasks
- Inno-push: High-risk innovation projects based on the findings and expertise of partner research laboratories (the Inserm RIGHT unit and the FEMTO-ST Institute, in collaboration with the CNRS).
- Inno-pull: R&D projects conducted in partnership with industry partners, who bring their market challenges to be solved using our academic expertise.
- Philanthropy: Receipt and management of donations intended to support research, training, and innovation initiatives in collaboration with our founding members (Marie and Louis Pasteur University, the French Blood Establishment, and the SUPMICROTECH engineering school)
💡 I have a project—how can contacting the FC'INNOV Foundation help me?
To demonstrate the feasibility and viability of an innovative concept that is not yet available on the market, drawing on unique expertise.
🤝 At what stage of my project should I get in touch?
During the technological and scientific development of an innovation intended to demonstrate its feasibility and reliability (proof of concept, risk mitigation).
💸 Does it fund projects?
Yes, but only through the internal development of expertise and technological advancements derived from academic partners and the organization’s founding members (EFS, universities, engineering schools).
🧰 Accessible resources
For more information, visit the websites listed below:
📖 Practical Guide
All the questions you need to ask about the FC'INNOV Foundation
Who is the right person to contact?
Dr. Elodie Bole-Richard: elodie.bole-richard.ext@efs.sante.fr
Are there fees for the services provided by the FC'INNOV Foundation?
Yes, for preparing a quote with each partner, whether academic or industrial.
Can the FC'INNOV Foundation provide individual support for my project?
Yes, our research engineers work with industrial partners to assess the feasibility, cost, and timeline for implementing projects aimed at advancing technological maturity.
What other information is available from the FC'INNOV Foundation?
The foundation is eligible for the CIR tax credit; it is also recognized as an ORDC (research and knowledge dissemination organization); and it is a member of the Carnot program.
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