EIC Accelerator & Pre-Accelerator for Deep-Tech Startups
The EIC Accelerator and EIC Pre-Accelerator are among the most valuable funding instruments for deep-tech startups in Europe. In this workshop, Ayşegül Gündüz will break down how both programmes work and how to prepare a strong application.
What we'll cover:
What EIC Accelerator and EIC Pre-Accelerator are, and how they differ
Who is eligible for each programme (including "Widening countries" criteria for Pre-Accelerator)
Funding formats: grant-only, equity-only, and blended finance
The 3-step selection process — short proposal, full proposal, interview
Using Pre-Accelerator as a stepping stone toward the full Accelerator
What evaluators actually look for at the interview stage
Common pitfalls for deep-tech startups applying
Speaker
Ayşegül GUNDUZ
Aysegul Gunduz is an Innovation and Management Consultant with over 15 years of experience in innovation strategy, R&D project development, and technology commercialization. She holds a PhD in Bioengineering and has an interdisciplinary background spanning bioengineering, nanotechnology, textile engineering, environmental technologies, and sustainable energy and clean technologies.
She supports startups, SMEs, and technology-driven companies in developing high-impact innovation projects and securing national and international funding, with particular expertise in the EIC Accelerator and Eurostars programmes. Her work focuses on helping innovative ventures develop strong funding applications, business and commercialization strategies, and transform breakthrough technologies into scalable, market-oriented solutions.
About Grantia
Grantia is a Swedish startup funding consultancy helping European businesses navigate EU grant opportunities — from identifying the right programme to preparing a competitive application. This workshop is part of the Grantia Startup Funding Series, a free educational series for founders and innovators across Europe.