About ESA Phi-Lab Poland
ESA Phi-Lab Poland is a hub for innovation, bridging cutting-edge research with real-world applications and commercial success. Specialising in artificial intelligence and space robotics, the lab offers access to test environments, simulation facilities, and intellectual property. By fostering partnerships and research collaborations, ESA Phi-Lab Poland empowers enterprises, research organisations and startups, driving advancements that benefit ESA member states, particularly Poland.
With a strong focus on collaboration and breakthrough technologies, ESA Phi-Lab Poland plays a key role in shaping the future of space innovation.
Our services
Funding
Access dedicated innovation seed funding to drive your project’s development
Support
Receive expert guidance in technology, business growth, IP, and sustainability
Workspace
Utilise state-of-the-art labs and specialised facilities for innovation
Network
Connect with key partners and expand your opportunities through our network
Upcoming events
Recent news
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).
Check the requirements
Please ensure that your project meets the requirements of the calls. You can find the Draft Research Contract and other documents in the submission system. Check the FAQ for more information.
Apply for our program
Go to the Proposal Application System, fill it out and submit it here before the deadline.
Benefit from our pre-proposal support
You are welcome to take benefit of our optional pre-proposal support. Send the pre-proposal application document to [email protected] approximately six weeks before the submission deadline. We will be happy to clarify your questions.
Evaluation process
After the submission deadline, the proposals will be evaluated by the board of ESA Phi-Lab Poland. The project presentations to the board will take place a few weeks after the evaluation.
Our team
Project Manager
Julia Gościańska-Łowińska
Deputy of Project Manager for Science
Krzysztof Walas
Science Leader
Dariusz Gotlib
Science Manager
Marek Kraft
Commercialization Leader
Łukasz Sztern
Commercialization Expert
Piotr Paluch
Operations and Facilities Coordinator
Bartosz Ptak
Operations and Facilities Coordinator
Dominik Pieczyński
Innovation Incubation Expert
Jakub Kaczmarski
Senior Public Relations Specialist
Janusz Lewicki
Client Manager
Tomasz Staniszewski-Kozak
Client Manager
Zuzanna Śmigielska
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