Funding advice – WISS and more
The aim of Science and Innovation Strategy Salzburg (WISS) is to promote research and technology transfer. The associated service centre, which advises companies on WISS funding and provides implementation support, is based at Innovation Salzburg. Funding for useful research is also available at federal and EU levels. We advise and support researchers with all aspects of their projects – from development, to optimum funding, through to successful implementation.
Finding collaboration partners
Are you looking for regional, national or international partners from the field of research or business? We’ll gladly help you with networking and put you in touch with the right people. With our national and international networks and contacts, and our access to databases and information platforms, we build bridges to get exciting new collaborations off the ground and facilitate technology transfer.
Intellectual property & incorporation
Whether you’re looking to protect your invention, commercially exploit research findings, or create a new company or university spin-off, we’ll be happy to advise you on intellectual property rights in an initial consultation. Our extensive expertise is available to you at all stages of the business life cycle, from the development of business plans through to market entry.
Salzburg as a business and research location
Salzburg has a lot to offer in terms of business, research and innovation. We make national and international players aware of Salzburg’s many benefits and qualities as a business and research location. Our communications team shines the spotlight on Salzburg from a professional angle and highlights its diverse activities in areas such as life sciences, green innovation and the creative industries.
17. January 2024
Research premium – this is how you apply!
SMEs can apply to the tax office for a research premium for expenditure on research and development (R&D). We show you how it works!
13. October 2023
Circular Economy:
Building with and in Existing Structures
“Dismantle. Breakthrough. Departure.” was the motto of this year’s Alpine Construction Symposium at the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences on October 12, 2023. The focus was on topics related to construction in existing structures and the recycling of materials from decommissioned buildings. There are many challenges in this regard, but also solutions.
18. September 2023
At the Interface Between Human and Computer: The New III.Lab in Salzburg
The triple I in the lab name stands for “Intelligent Interfaces Innovation,” describing research at the intersection of humans and technologies. The lab was inaugurated on September 15, 2023, and is available for collaborations with companies, emphasizing planned application-oriented research.
19. July 2023
From Mozart to Hightech
In the Austria Picture that aired on ORF 2 on June 11th, our CEO Walter Haas stated, “Salzburg should stand for research, technology, and the future.” The program, produced by the Salzburg Regional Studio, focused on our innovation ecosystem.