DTU Discovery Grants

Discovery Grant is DTU’s own instrument for funding startup projects emerging from research and innovation done at DTU. It is often the first step on a startup journey for researchers.

• Designed for early technical development and maturation or identifying and validating specific applications and market potential

• Agile application process, weekly panel meetings and one-week response time

• The grant amount is between 20,000-150,000 DKK and the grant period max. 6 months

• The grant can cover materials, consulting services, tests, reports/knowledge, salary directly related with the project, etc.

• The application must be endorsed and supported by the department and the DTU Skylab innovation partner

• Discovery Grants are only for projects preparing for a startup, but are not available if a company is already established.

Contact your DTU Skylab Innovation Partner for guidance on developing and submitting your application.

Discovery Grant application documents can be found here: Discovery Grant application form and guidelines (login needed)

Application due date
Every Wednesday at 16:00, but do allow time for your Skylab innovation partner to check and endorse your application.

Panel meetings
Every Monday except for holidays

Applications must be filed by your DTU Skylab Innovation Partner.