The Project

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The DIN-ECO Project

DIN-ECO project supports the implementation of Digital Innovation Vision Action Plans (DIVAP) by HEIs of the consortium. Through the DIVAPs, the innovation and entrepreneurial capacity of the participating HEIs will be increased and enable their integration into European innovation value chains and ecosystems. The DIVAPs outline the consortium vision for high-quality, inclusive and accessible digital innovation in Europe.

It is a call to action for stronger cooperation among innovation key players coordinated by HEIs, seen as hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship in the digital age. HEI should educate entrepreneurs to understand the systemic implications of digital innovations and balance economic objectives with social responsibility.
 
While the application of digital innovation concerns researchers and entrepreneurs of all industries, DIN-ECO creates links between digital innovation and research in the health and manufacturing industries, highlighting the value of innovation-driven research in developing ventures that serve social and industry needs.
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Target Groups

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Academia

Entrepreneurs

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Stakeholders

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EIT HEI INITIATIVE

The DIN-ECO project receives funding from the EIT HEI Initiative: Innovation Capacity Building for Higher Education. The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) initiative aims to boost the entrepreneurial and innovation capacity of higher education institutions (HEIs) across Europe. The EIT HEI Initiative is a key objective for the European Institute of Innovation and Technology as part of its new strategy. It aims to support HEIs with expertise and coaching, access to the EIT innovation ecosystem, the largest in Europe, and funding, enabling them to develop innovation action plans complementing the needs of individual HEIs.

This is the EIT HEI Initiative’s second call for proposals, following the success of the 2021 Pilot Call. So far, the initiative has provided funding to nearly 50 projects.

About the EIT

The European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) strengthens Europe’s ability to innovate by powering solutions to pressing global challenges and by nurturing entrepreneurial talent to create sustainable growth and skilled jobs in Europe.

The EIT is an EU body and an integral part of Horizon Europe, the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation. The Institute supports dynamic pan-European partnerships, EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities among leading companies, research labs and universities.