Innosuisse Innovation Cheque
Research Service
Deadline
Applications can be submitted at any time (rolling call, no fixed deadline).
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
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Be an SME, start-up, or other organisation with fewer than 250 full-time equivalent employees (FTEs).
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Be based in Switzerland and possess a valid Swiss company identification number (UID).
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Have already identified a Swiss research partner that will carry out the preliminary study.
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Have not received an Innosuisse Innovation Cheque within the previous two years.
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Comply with principles of scientific integrity and good scientific practice.
Funding and Duration
Funding amount: up to CHF 15,000
Funding rate: 100% of eligible research partner costs
Project duration: the preliminary study must be completed within 6 months after approval.
Please note that Innosuisse Innovation Cheques are subject to VAT, which is included in, and will be deducted from, the total awarded budget.
Timeline of the Call
| Stage | Timing |
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| Application submission | Anytime (continuous submission) |
| Eligibility and expert evaluation | After submission |
| Decision by Innosuisse Innovation Council | Approximately 4–6 weeks after submission |
| Notification of results | Via IncaMail |
| Contract agreement with research partner | After approval |
| Implementation of preliminary study | Up to 6 months |
| Submission of final technical and financial reports | At project completion |
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