SME-innovative: A priority for leading research involving medium-sized companies

Thanks to SME-innovative, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research funds leading research in major future sectors.

Funding within the following fields of technology is not limited to a particular area:

• Biotechnology
• Medical technology
• Information and communications technologies
• Materials research
• Photonics
• Production technology
• Resource efficiency and climate protection
• Research for civil safety
• Electronics systems and electromobility

Decisive factors behind the provision of funding are excellence and the level of innovation in a project as well as high chances of use.

A central pilot service is available to help you with any issues.

You can find further information on the website of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).