Innovation happens when diverse fields join forces
MEDVIA provides non-dilutive funding – made available by Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship (VLAIO) – to consortia developing disruptive solutions for unmet medical needs.
Consortia must consist of at least three partners from the sectors medical biotechnology, medtech or digital health.
There are two funding calls per year, which we announce on our website, in our newsletter and via our social media.
Current open calls for VLAIO funding
Different needs, different funding options
MEDVIA offers funding through multiple VLAIO grants, depending on the partners and the needs of the project.
For projects only involving one or two partners, members can apply directly to VLAIO.
For projects involving a consortia of three or more partners, members must go through MEDVIA to apply for the VLAIO funding using the correct forms and channels.
We help you to understand which option is best for you and provide support such as coaching and workshops to help you submit successful project Abstracts and Proposals.
Feasibility study
Innovative projects exploring tech and market feasibility. Also open to pre-seed start-ups
Research project
An innovative idea that requires more insight via research to create a new product
Development grant
Development of new or existing product with existing research
Cluster Strategic Basic Research (CSBO)
Innovative research that offers prospects for economic or societal applications such as a new generation of products, processes or services
ICON
Highly innovative, interdisciplinary collaborative research between research institutes and industry. Universities/research centers receive 100% funding
COOCK
Knowledge transfer projects that accelerate the introduction of technology to a broad group of companies through use cases
TETRA
Accelerating the introduction of technology developed by colleges/universities to enterprises and NGOs
