Description of Challenge:

Scientific and technological platforms have been created as a result from the convergence of major areas of knowledge such as nanotechnology, biotechnology, TICs and cognitive sciences (neurosciences). The study and development of new solutions in such platforms have a potentially high impact on the society and the environment with evolution in areas such as human longevity and learning capacity, Technological solutions often remain on the frontier of knowledge with the inherent presence of major scientific challenges also bringing opportunities for research institutions, startups, major businesses, among others.

Opportunities for Startups:

• » Scientific and technological basis startups are wanted to meet this challenge with solution for more than one sector / market or one not being addressed by the other challenges of the program.
• » Knowledge management platforms and research networks and academy, government and industry researchers.
• » Platforms oriented towards prospecting, prediction and monitoring of mega technological trends.