Proof of Concept in Materials Science

The Proof of Concept grant is designed to bridge the gap from academic research to innovations in materials science. The grant gives researchers the opportunity to develop their early-stage discoveries towards validated methods, products or processes and provides the opportunity to carry out activities that validate and accelerate the development of the project and prepare for innovation and commercialization. This call is a collaboration between KAW and WISE (Wallenberg Initiative Material Science for Sustainability). The Proof of Concept grant is tied to the Wallenberg Launch Pad (WALP) mechanism that provides support for academic scientists to develop innovations that make an impact in society. The grant will be paid directly to the researcher's university and the use of the grant must comply with the university's regulations, the Swedish professor's privilege and the specific terms and conditions of the grant as stated by Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation.