FoF is a ‘proof-of-concept’ model, where further work on an idea will make any commercial potential evident to the market and so secure, for example, a spin-out (seed/venture finance) or licensing opportunity or provide the necessary information to bid for IPS support. This often takes small amounts of funds to enable activities essential to preparing a robust business plan.
The scheme is designed support a range of relevant activities (e.g. market assessments, development of IP etc.) and enable the development and examination of a concept to establish its commercial feasibility and scientific and technical merit. FoF is designed for early stage TRL which can then feed in to a subsequent full IPS grant.
| Call opens | Call closes | Estimated date of panel meeting | Outcome announced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 December 2020 | 18 February 2021 | May 2021 | July 2021 |
| 20 July 2021 | 5 October 2021 | December 2021 | January 2022 |
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For any queries over eligibility or for more details about the IPS scheme, please contact the senior programme manager Wendy Carr or assistant programme manager Ed Mansfield
Last updated: 15 July 2021
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