Research to Business
From Research to Business : Transforming research into market-ready innovation across the Mediterranean
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About
The Research to Business (R2B) Programme is a regional initiative designed to strengthen research commercialization across the Mediterranean. Led by Berytech in partnership with ANIMA and the University of Barcelona, the programme helps research teams transform scientific discoveries and applied research results into market-ready innovations.
Aligned with the Union for the Mediterranean’s Research and Innovation agenda and the 2022 UfM Ministerial Declaration, R2B supports innovation-driven solutions addressing regional challenges related to climate change, renewable energy, water management, health, sustainable industry, agriculture, and the green and blue economies.
Through a structured Research-to-Market approach, the programme provides researchers with commercialization tools, expert mentoring, investor exposure, and access to regional collaboration opportunities.
Countries covered by the project
Syria
Mauritania
Algeria
Tunisia
Palestine
Morocco
Lebanon
Jordan
Egypt
Project partners
The programme targets Mediterranean countries eligible under the Spanish Cooperation’s Masar Programme (Syria, Mauritania, Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, Algeria, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia) and promotes collaboration across research, innovation and investment ecosystems throughout the Mediterranean region.
The Research2Business project is led by Berytech and implemented in collaboration with a consortium composed of ANIMA Investment Network and the University of Barcelona. The project also benefits from the support of key institutional partners, namely the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) and the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID).
Project objectives
A regional program for an innovative and competitive Mediterranean region :
SUPPORT
Applied research teams in developing commercialization and investment-readiness pathways.
FACILITATE
Connections between research institutions, industry actors and investors.
STRENGHTEN
Regional cooperation and knowledge exchange across Mediterranean innovation ecosystems.
ACCELERATE
The transformation of research results into market-driven solutions.
CONTRIBUTE
To innovation-led economic growth and sustainable development across the Mediterranean region.
Activities
Research-to-Business Acceleration Programme
Two cohorts of 15 research teams benefit from a structured commercialization journey designed to transform research outcomes into viable market opportunities.
Regional Steering Committee
A committee of high-level experts provides strategic guidance, oversees beneficiary selection and facilitates access to relevant networks, industry partners and market opportunities.
Bootcamps in Spain
Each cohort participates in two in-person bootcamps:
- A launch bootcamp focused on business modelling, commercialization fundamentals and innovation strategy.
- A final showcase bootcamp dedicated to pitching, expert feedback, investor engagement and partnership development.
Mentoring and Commercialization Support
Research teams receive tailored group and one-to-one mentoring throughout the programme, helping them achieve key milestones, refine their commercialization strategies and prepare for market entry.
Investor Matchmaking and Stakeholder Engagement
The programme organises dedicated networking opportunities, including in-person engagement events and a regional virtual MedConnect event, to connect participants with investors, industry representatives and innovation stakeholders.
Research-to-Market Toolkit and Policy Recommendations
The programme will develop a practical toolkit and evidence-based policy recommendations based on lessons learned, methodologies and case studies generated throughout the initiative, supporting research commercialization efforts across the Mediterranean.
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Project Team
The success of our project hinges upon our collective commitment and the varied expertise of our team. Meet the passionate professionals employing their skills to contribute to the project.
Emmanuel NOUTARY
General delegate
Andy RAMORASATA
Project manager
Virginie RUYER
Communication coordinator
Douae BAZTIT
Project manager
Clémentine BRISSON-LESAGE
Administrative and Financial manager
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