Ideas Incubator “Evangelos Grigoroudis” Academic innovation actions within the framework of the operation of the Innovation Business Observatory (IBO) of the Region of Crete for 2025–2026 Within the framework of the project “Academic innovation actions within the operation of the Innovation Business Observatory (IBO) of the Region of Crete for 2025–2026”, implemented by the Region of Crete in collaboration with the Technical University of Crete, the University of Crete, the Hellenic Mediterranean University, and the Foundation for Research and Technology

Accelerate your green transformation!The GreenSET project is launching an open call for SMEs from MED regions to participate in the MEDSSIM sustainability pilot actions. Selected SMEs will receive free expert support, tailored mentoring, practical tools, and European-level visibility as they design innovative, sustainable tourism service concepts. This open call aims to select 3 SMEs per country to pilot the MEDSSIM methodology, developed by partners of the Interreg MED GreenSET project. Participation is free of charge for selected SMEs. Overall, 27 SMEs from the Interreg MED programme area (3 per partner

The GreenSET consortium successfully concluded its Second Steering Committee Meeting (SCOM2), held in Nice, France, from 4 to 6 November. The meeting brought together representatives from all project partners to review progress and align upcoming steps in the development of the MED Sustainable Service Innovation Methodology (MEDSSIM). Discussions focused on key work packages, the advancement of methodological tools, and preparations for the next stages of implementation. Partners confirmed strong progress on the development of the MEDSSIM Competence Pack and Implementation

The CHAngeing project invites students, researchers, healthcare professionals, and early-stage entrepreneurs to apply for the CHAngeing Entrepreneurial Programme, a fully online, 4-week intensive course focused on driving innovation in health and active ageing. 📅 Application Deadline: August 31, 2025📍 Remote Programme | October 6–31, 2025🎯 Demo Day during the first week of November Participants will gain expertise in entrepreneurial strategy, medical device regulation, IP protection, marketing, and investor readiness. 📌 Apply now: https://forms.office.com/e/1GCw41iPrD🔗 More info: www.changeing.eu

The GreenSET project was officially launched with a two-day kick-off meeting held on May 20–21, 2025, at the M9 Museum in Mestre, Venice. Funded by the Interreg Euro-MED 2021–2027 Programme and co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund, the 33-month initiative supports tourism SMEs across the Mediterranean in adopting circular economy practices. GreenSET presents the MEDSSIM (MED Sustainable Service Innovation Methodology) methodology, which gives Business Support Organizations the ability to mentor SMEs in creating sustainable, competitive tourism services. An implementation

The Science and Technology Park of Crete (STEP-C), of the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), in its role as a Hub of the EURAXESS European Network for FORTH, is organizing an interactive online workshop to bridge Start-ups and Venture Capital on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 15:00 to 17:00 (EEST). The workshop is organized within the framework of the European project “Multiplying the Impact of EURAXESS Hubs – ERA TALENT”, will be conducted in English, and is

The Science and Technology Park of Crete (STEP-C) of the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), as a Hub of the European EURAXESS Network, in collaboration with COASTLINE Consortium, Aegean Solutions Α.Ε., is organizing an online training seminar on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from 13:00 to 16:00 (EET). The seminar is part of the European projects “Multiplying the Impact of EURAXESS Hubs – ERA TALENT” and COASTLINE and it will be conducted in  english. It is addressed to members

Starting the new year, we welcome two more companies, Ernst & Young (EY) and OEB Hellas, to the Science & Technology Park of Crete. Their presence strengthens the development of knowledge, innovation and technological progress both nationally and internationally, while creating new opportunities for cooperation with research and business networks. Ernst & Young (EY), with a global reach, provides, among others, consulting, tax, legal and audit services. With a mission to create a better and sustainable working environment, it supports

The Science and Technology Park of Crete (STEP-C) of the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), as a Hub of the European EURAXESS Network, is organizing an online training seminar on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, from 11:00 to 13:00 (EET). The seminar is part of the European project “Multiplying the Impact of EURAXESS Hubs – ERA TALENT” and it is addressed to members of the Greek and Cypriot Networks, particularly researchers and professionals providing support services to the

As part of the memorandum of cooperation between the Educational-Developmental PLOIGOS and the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts, and Tourism (IGCAT), as well as with a plethora of local entities in Crete, FORTH welcomed the IGCAT Jury. The visit was conducted to assess Crete’s readiness to hold the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2026. The Jury was represented by Dr. Diane Dodd – President IGCAT / Founder and Executive Director – World Region of Gastronomy Award and Platform.

Dr. George Papamichail, Director of the Science and Technology Park of Crete (STEP-C) participated in the 18th edition of the PDBEB symposium, which is organized by students of the Doctoral Program in Experimental Biology and Biomedicine (PDBEB) of the Interdisciplinary Research Institute of the University of Coimbra in Portugal. The two-day conference was held on May 15 and 16, 2024 at the Pavilhão Centro de Portugal, with the theme “(Not) Knowing What Comes Next: Tools for the Research of Tomorrow”.

SyNoesis Therapeutics is a company developing innovative treatments for incurable diseases of the Central Nervous System and for improving cognitive function of the brain during aging. SyNoesis was founded in 2017 in Cyprus and in 2019 in Greece by Dr. Athanasios Spathis. The company also consists of Dr Alexander Breidenbach, former Vice President of Neurosciences at Roche’s headquarters in Switzerland and Dr Peter Sennhenn, Director of Medicinal Chemistry at the company with previous experience in various pharmaceutical companies including Boehringer