Nicosia: The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) is calling on business representatives to engage in its MatchMe Programme, designed to facilitate solutions to technological challenges and foster collaborations with research organizations.
According to Cyprus News Agency, the programme currently has two open Calls for Proposals: Proof of Concept and Research in Enterprises, with submission deadlines set for June 26, 2026, and June 30, 2026, respectively. These calls aim to fund research projects while encouraging partnerships between businesses and research organizations.
Research teams participating in the programme are actively seeking collaborations with companies and possess expertise across multiple fields, ready to explore joint actions. Businesses are invited to describe their technological needs or challenges, prompting a tailored matching process that suggests potential partners and offers the possibility of arranging short meetings.
Interested companies can express their interest by registering their challenges in the MatchMe partner search tool. The process requires no commitment, ensuring a straightforward and swift participation experience.