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The TC Business Innovation Hub (INNOHUB) builds on the experience and partnerships of TC Prague’s Business Development Department. Under a shared brand, it connects expertise and programmes that help turn research results and technology ideas into practical applications.

It supports research teams, startups, spin-offs and established companies, from identifying potential applications and assessing market potential to finding partners and funding, planning pilot validation and developing a business model.

INNOHUB connects the work of TC Runway, the ESA Technology Broker programme, ELIgnite, the Cybersecurity Innovation Hub, ILO and Commercialization Reactor. Clients can draw on complementary support across sectors and stages of innovation.

The European ELIgnite project starts on 1 October 2026. Led by ELI ERIC, the consortium connects research infrastructure, technology companies and partners experienced in commercialisation and deep-tech venture building.

The project aims to help development teams validate new technologies using ELI’s facilities and expertise and bring them closer to industrial needs. Technical validation will be combined with support for commercial readiness and help in identifying practical applications.

The Technology Centre Prague will coordinate the selection of supported projects and involve experts in their assessment. This role builds on our experience in technology evaluation, market analysis and support for researchers and startups.

Save the dates: 13–14 November 2026. The Ignition Event gives research teams an opportunity to present their technologies to people interested in building new businesses. Participants look for suitable partners and explore whether they can form a strong entrepreneurial team.

The programme is aimed particularly at technologies validated in laboratory conditions, typically from TRL 4. Researchers can continue developing the scientific side of their work, while an entrepreneurial partner contributes business and company-building expertise.

The Technology Centre Prague is Commercialization Reactor’s national partner for Czechia. We help researchers assess whether their technology fits the programme, prepare for participation and work with their research institution. We recommend starting preparations well ahead of the November event.

The Cybersecurity Innovation Hub II (CIH II) starts on 1 January 2026. The follow-on project builds on the work of a European Digital Innovation Hub focused on cybersecurity and the secure use of digital technologies.

It helps small and medium-sized businesses and public organisations navigate digital transformation. Its services include testing before investment, training and skills development, support in finding investment opportunities and access to expert partners.

The Technology Centre Prague brings experience in developing innovations, assessing their market potential and identifying suitable funding sources. Participation in CIH II complements INNOHUB’s support for technology companies and research teams.