The 'Invest BW - Innovation IV' funding call aims to strengthen the innovative power of companies and research institutions in Baden-Württemberg. Both technical and non-technical innovations of new products, processes, services or business models are funded.
The thematic priorities are virtual worlds, blockchain, cyber security, robotics and mechanical engineering as well as security and defense technologies. Companies of all sizes and research institutions are eligible to apply. The maximum funding amount is €650,000 for individual projects and €1.3 million for joint projects, with a maximum project duration of 24 months. The funding rates vary depending on the size of the company.