OPPO Research Institute Calls for Proposal
Based on the brand value promise “Inspiration Ahead,” OPPO today unveiled the OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator to encourage technology experts and entrepreneurs that inspiration matters to bring creative ideas to life and create a brighter future together. The OPPO Research Institute is hosting the Innovation Accelerator, with Microsoft for Startups as a key partner. The OPPO Call for Proposals with Grants Totaling $460,000 program’s goal is to inspire all technological innovators to tackle some of humanity’s most critical problems, especially in uncertain times.
OPPO is calling for solutions under two entry categories — Accessible Technology and Digital Health — centered on the topic of ‘Virtuous Innovation.’ Following a review of ideas submitted by participating teams or individuals, up to ten projects will be given grants of USD $46,000 each, as well as further chances for investment, technical assistance, research and commercial collaborations, and promotion at worldwide events.
Eligibility
OPPO Research Institute Calls for Proposals is open to any individual, group, organization, or institution engaged in work related to scientific or technological innovation, or those conducting research in areas related to accessible technology and digital health.
Benefits
Grants and technical support aim to help promising entrepreneurs realize their visions!
The 2022 Innovation Accelerator will open online applications beginning May 8, 2022, and winners will be announced after three months of preliminary evaluations and Demo Day roadshows. OPPO will provide all winning teams or individuals with a financial grant, as well as support to help them further implement and promote their ideas. Each winning proposal will be entitled to the following incentives:
- Approximately USD $46,000 (300,000 RMB) in grants
- Partnership and funding opportunities
- Commercialization of the proposed via integration with OPPO products
- Publicity and demo opportunities at global tech events
- Support from OPPO’s R&D team including opportunities to meet and present ideas to industry professionals
For more information and how to apply, please visit:
https://www.oppo.com/en/newsroom/press/oppo-innovation-accelerator/