Concept
We believe that new, innovative marine bio resources industries are emerging, changing the old maritime economies of the past into a new paradigm of a natural resources friendly blue economy. This economy will be critical to the sustainability of the oceans and seas, preserving them for the next generations and this program is a contribution to accelerate its development. We are seeking innovative projects that represent a business opportunity along the value chain of marine bioresources, including, but not limited to, biotechnology based projects.
Come and join us in Portugal to launch your solution to the world!
We are looking for applications from across the globe to join us in the mission to accelerate the transition to a global and sustainable blue bioeconomy while promoting a productive and healthy ocean.
Our Ambition
We believe the blue bio economy will have a leading role tackling some of the most critical societal challenges the planet is facing by contributing to positive impact solutions in several areas. The 2019 edition is looking for ocean-based solutions in the areas of:
Feeding a growing population & ensuring sustainable food systems
Enhancing health &
well-being
Mitigation and adaptation to climate change
Adressing resource scarcity & preserving natural ecosystems and biodiversity
Empowering a circular bioeconomy growth model
Reducing plastic production & pollution
You are welcome to present other ocean-based ideas or technologies that demonstrate positive impact on society
The Program
Equipping researchers with the training and knowledge needed to begin to bring their academic endeavours to the market...
2020 marks the 1st edition of Blue Bio Value’s Ideation Sprints, taking place in several locations throughout Portugal, which facilitate the development of marine biobased ideas and projects, and bridge the gap between academic research and the market.
While Portugal has a thriving network of dedicated marine bio-based researchers developing innovative projects, the startup community surrounding this field is limited. Through the Ideation Sprints, we provide researchers with the training, knowledge and guidance needed to begin transforming their projects into sustainable businesses.
These Ideation Sprints can also serve as an introduction to Blue Bio Value’s Startup Accelerator, currently entering its 3rd edition, which brings startups and their sustainable solutions to the market.
Our ambition
APPROACH
Identify the challenges of the blue economy and facilitate the creation of multidisciplinary teams.
INNOVATE
Approach real challenges and develop innovative solutions that will answer that specific challenge
ENABLE
Offer the specific tools for a perfect transfer of knowledge of the blue economy sector to the market.
Participants Profile
This is a national program for Portuguese students, researchers, professionals and entrepreneurs interested in contributing to a sustainable, blue economy.
This open innovation program is supported by FastIdea methodology by Fábrica de Startups. This set of practices and exercises, successfully used in Ideation Programs since 2012, walks participants through everything from initial challenges to new business solutions.
How it works
Fast Idea Bootcamps
IDEATION SPRINTS
The program is composed of three bootcamps running over a period of two and a half days (20 working hours).
FAST IDEA METHOD
The program assists in the creation of successful solutions, with an emphasis on mitigating potential risks typically associated with building a new business.
PRACTICAL PROGRAM
The program is composed of a set of exercises that provoke more and better business ideas.
STARTUP BOX
Each team will have access to all program materials all in one place - the Startup Box developed exclusively by Fábrica de Startups.
Agenda
Bootcamp #1
Intro + Challenges and Teams Creation
Bootcamp #2
Problems and Solutions
Bootcamp #3
Final Pitch Day
Timeline and Locations
AVEIRO
13 . 14 . 15
FEBRUARY'20
AZORES
9 . 10 . 11
DECEMBER'20
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