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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · 5d

Converge announces 2025 award winners with £400K+ in prizes, record @scotfundcouncil.bsky.social funding of £1.26m plus a new Scottish Enterprise partnership to boost university-led innovation.

Discover this year's winners and the full story here:

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#ConvergeAwards

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · 20d

We had a fantastic day at The National Robotarium's UK Robotics Expo — a brand new annual event showcasing the UK’s #robotics capabilities.

We met plenty of robots (!) including the incredible Ameca who knows a thing or two about Converge. Check out the video below!

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · 21d

This year’s Converge shortlist is now complete and we’re delighted to announce finalists in our limited-edition Hydrogen and Performing & Production Arts Challenges!

Find out who made the cut here: buff.ly/FI6EGpG

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Sep 3

We’re delighted to unveil the first wave of finalists going through to this year’s #ConvergeAwards

Backed by cutting-edge research from 12 Scottish universities, these pioneering projects represent the businesses of tomorrow. To see who made the shortlist, read the full story here: buff.ly/yeHeVrc

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Jun 6

Last night, 50 academic innovators from this year’s Converge cohort pitched their groundbreaking ideas at Inside Innovation, Scotland’s annual showcase of university ingenuity.

For the full story including this year's winners visit: buff.ly/Up7DXph

2025 Inside Innovation pitch winners with Adam Kosterka and Dr Lissa Herron of Converge

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · May 13

Today we announced our biggest ever cohort!

Selected from a record-breaking crop of over 300 applications, this year 125 academic entrepreneurs will be joining Converge’s prestigious programme, ultimately competing for a slice of the £400,000+ prize pot.

Read the full story here: buff.ly/4QRwiAd

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · May 7

We’re excited to be part of #EIE25 as an ecosystem builder!

📅 14-15 May 2025 | Edinburgh
🔬 Showcasing Scotland’s top startups
🤝 Global investor networking

Join us where Scotland’s innovation meets investment.
Discover more and register: bit.ly/4gkq97y

#ScotlandTech #InvestInScotland

EIE25: Scotland’s Tech Investor Showcase | 14–15 May 2025

Join EIE25 on 14–15 May 2025 in Edinburgh to explore Scotland’s top emerging tech companies. Hosted by the University of Edinburgh, this premier event connects global investors with startups and…

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 29

DEADLINE ALERT! Calling all academics driving hydrogen innovation in Scotland! Don't miss our new Hydrogen Challenge. Co-developed with the Royce Hydrogen Accelerator, this is your chance to access business training & support. You could even win £20k cash! Apply by 30 April - buff.ly/McbhAKr

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 29

Not to be missed opportunity for performing arts students, grads & university staff in Scotland! We're offering training plus a £5k prize through our new Challenge. Co-designed with @rcsofficial.bsky.social & open until 30 April, turn your passion into a business! buff.ly/2EjWKvh

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 24

Exciting news for performing arts students, graduates & university staff in Scotland! We're offering training plus a £5k prize through our new Performing & Production Arts Challenge. Co-designed with @rcsofficial.bsky.social & open until 30 April, turn your passion into a business! buff.ly/2EjWKvh

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 23

Calling all academics driving #hydrogen innovation in Scotland! Don't miss our new Hydrogen Challenge. Co-developed with the Royce Hydrogen Accelerator, this is your chance to access expert business training & support. You could even win £20k in equity-free cash! Apply by 30 April buff.ly/McbhAKr

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 21

Turn your talent into a thriving venture with our limited-edition Performing & Production Arts Challenge, co-design with @rcsofficial.bsky.social! Interested? Join us online on 25 April to learn more, what's in it for you and how to craft a standout application. Register here: buff.ly/f3cK57V

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 21

Academic innovator in Hydrogen? This limited-edition opportunity can help accelerate your breakthrough idea. Join us online on 23 April to learn more about the Hydrogen Challenge, how it can propel your innovation forward & expert advice on crafting a standout application. Register buff.ly/qq12rQo

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 18

Turn your talent into a thriving venture with our limited-edition Performing & Production Arts Challenge, co-design with @rcsofficial.bsky.social! Interested? Join us online on 25 April to learn more, what's in it for you and how to craft a standout application. Register here: buff.ly/f3cK57V

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 17

Academic innovator in Hydrogen? This limited-edition opportunity can help accelerate your breakthrough idea. Join us online on 23 April to learn more about the Hydrogen Challenge, how it can propel your innovation forward & expert advice on crafting a standout application. Register buff.ly/qq12rQo

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 16

Exciting news for performing arts students, graduates & university staff in Scotland! We're offering training plus a £5k prize through our new Performing & Production Arts Challenge. Co-designed with @rcsofficial.bsky.social & open until 30 April, turn your passion into a business! buff.ly/2EjWKvh

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 10

Exciting news for performing arts students, graduates & university staff in Scotland! We're offering training plus a £5k prize through our new Performing & Production Arts Challenge. Co-designed with @rcsofficial.bsky.social & open until 30 April, turn your passion into a business! buff.ly/t49FJY4

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 9

Calling all academics driving #hydrogen innovation in Scotland! Don't miss our new Hydrogen Challenge. Co-developed with the Royce Hydrogen Accelerator, this is your chance to access expert business training & support. You could even win £20k in equity-free cash! Apply by 30 April buff.ly/McbhAKr

The new Hydrogen Challenge from Converge

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 7

Exciting news for Scotland's bright minds! We've just launched two new limited-edition challenges: one in Hydrogen Innovation and another in the Performing Arts. Open to students, recent graduates, & university staff across Scotland until 30 April. Find out more here: buff.ly/2RFuk5A

Image explaining that Converge has launched new challenges for university innovators in Scotland.

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 4

Looking to make your research count? Join fellow researchers from across Scotland’s universities for our Ideas to Impact workshop series to find out how to take your idea from paper to practical application. Starts online from 9 April. For more info & to register, visit: buff.ly/f0ypmri

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Apr 2

Passionate about commercialising research? Then why not join our team! Based at Heriot-Watt University, we’re looking for an Enterprise Manager to develop our programme to students, staff & graduates across all Scottish universities. Apply by 23 April. For more info & to apply: buff.ly/8ibkYHf

We're hiring for an experienced Enterprise Manager. Apply by 23 April.

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Mar 31

Our application deadline is just around the corner – 2 April is your last chance! Apply now to unlock vital funding, training to transform your research or idea into a successful business. Open to students, recent grads & #university staff across Scotland. buff.ly/31NZOJA

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Mar 29

Our application deadline is just around the corner – 2 April is your last chance! Apply now to unlock vital funding, training to transform your research or idea into a successful business. Open to students, recent grads & #university staff across Scotland. buff.ly/0Sl8D5f

Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Mar 28

Our application deadline is just around the corner – 2 April is your last chance! Apply now to unlock vital funding, training to transform your research or idea into a successful business. Open to students, recent grads & #university staff across Scotland. buff.ly/yjjIjTZ

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Converge @convergec.bsky.social · Mar 25

Our application deadline is just around the corner – 2 April is your last chance! Apply now to unlock vital funding, training to transform your research or idea into a successful business. Open to students, recent grads & #university staff across Scotland. buff.ly/yZWb8e9

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