ESA Phi-Lab Poland

About ESA Phi-Lab Poland

ESA Phi-Lab Poland stimulates disruptive innovation with real-world applications and commercial potential for the benefit of ESA, its Member States, and in particular Poland. The lab supports challenge-led research and development in its core competences of artificial intelligence, space robotics, and autonomous systems, leveraging meaningful intellectual assets such as scientific and technical expertise, advanced test and simulation facilities, and background intellectual property.

By bridging research and industry, ESA Phi-Lab Poland promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, rapid prototyping, and a learn-fast, fail-fast approach, ensuring innovations address immediate industry needs and follow clear paths to market.

Funding

Access dedicated seed funding to support high-risk, high-potential research projects with strong commercial and application-driven prospects.

Expert Support

Benefit from hands-on guidance from ESA and industry experts in technology development, rapid prototyping, IP strategy, business models, and sustainability.

Facilities

Leverage state-of-the-art laboratories, testbeds, simulation environments, and background IP, enabling fast experimentation, validation, and iteration.

Ecosystem

Engage with a strong network of industrial partners, researchers, startups, and ESA stakeholders, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and ensuring innovation aligns with real market demand.

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How to apply?

Your application

The application is open to enterprises, research organisations and startups (legal entities or consortia registered in Poland or delivering a clear benefit to Poland).

We offer comprehensive support throughout the application process, from pre-proposal guidance to final evaluation. Our team is here to help you navigate the requirements and prepare a strong proposal.

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