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Application process

Round 11 of the Proof of Concept Programme is now closed. The closing date for receipt of applications was midday on Wednesday 15 October 2008.

Preliminary assessments will be carried out and it is expected that the results will be communicated to applicants during the week commencing 17 November 2008. Short-listed applicants will be invited to attend interview panels in the two weeks commencing 1 December 2008.

Read the frequently asked questions about the programme

Only proposals which have been approved and endorsed by the Principal/Director of the Institution and the commercialisation office will be considered for funding.

Please note that students are not eligible to apply for Proof of Concept Programme Funding.

Students with ideas should visit the Scottish Institute for Enterprise website.