Author: Patricia Silva

The deep tech landscape in Europe is experiencing a transformative shift, and at the heart of this change is the increasing role of women-led startups. The EPIC-X project, focusing on advancing deep tech through inclusive innovation ecosystems, has unveiled critical insights that aim to address the gender disparities that persist in the sector. With findings…

In the rapidly evolving world of deep tech, where cutting-edge innovations in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotechnology promise to redefine industries, women-led startups often face significant barriers. Recognizing these challenges, the EPIC-X project has mobilized a network of experts in science, innovation, and technology to create a roadmap for cooperation and a robust acceleration…

Startup Poland, a leading advocate for the growth of Poland’s startup ecosystem, plays a pivotal role in creating an environment where innovative, tech-driven companies can thrive. By bringing together public agencies, research centers, and entrepreneurs, the organization helps to shape a dynamic landscape that supports Poland’s deep tech ambitions. Startup Poland fosters strong connections between…

The role of women in deep-tech startups in Slovakia is currently a pressing topic. These companies are among the key catalysts of innovation, yet women remain underrepresented in them. Official statistics from the Slovak Business Agency (SBA) show that as many as one-third of Slovak startups were founded by women. Despite this, they receive access…

The EPIC-X project, funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe Programme (Grant Agreement No. 101193579), is setting the stage for a revolution in cross-border innovation collaboration. One of its core initiatives, the Catalyst’s Rollout, promises to strengthen and expand the project’s collaborative network by creating an interconnected ecosystem of Local Key Players from…

Slovenia is emerging as a dynamic innovation hub in Central Europe, driven by its strong research institutions, highly skilled workforce, and substantial governmental support for entrepreneurship and technological advancement. The country’s innovation ecosystem is increasingly interconnected, with a particular focus on fostering collaboration between academia, research centers, and startups. Within EPIC-X, the engagement of key…

Brussels, 14 May 2025SERN, Start-up Europe Regions Network The EPIC-X project continues to grow its impact and reach across Europe by welcoming seven new Ecosystem Builders from Spain, Bulgaria, Estonia, Croatia, Malta, Latvia, and Greece. This expansion reflects EPIC-X’s strong commitment to building an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing innovation ecosystem—particularly in support of women-led deep…