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14 Years, 14 Projects: another DEX-Initiated project approved
This year, DEX Innovation Centre celebrates 14 years of supporting innovation and international collaboration. Coincidentally, the newly approved initiative also represents the 14th Interreg project developed from an idea that originated within our team. For us, this milestone is more than just a number, it reflects years of partnership building, trust, creativity, and commitment to delivering meaningful European projects.
Read ArticleREUSE2030 to Host International Online Conference on Circular Economy for SMEs
The REUSE2030 project, in which DEX Innovation Centre participates as a project partner, will host the Transnational Conference for Network Creation online on 11 June 2026 from 14:30 to 16:30. The event is designed for small and medium-sized enterprises, business support organisations, and other stakeholders who want to move from sustainability considerations to concrete action – whether they are just exploring circular economy options or looking for practical tools to implement sustainable measures.
ReadDigital Innovation Days Marked the Grand Finale of the SpinIT Project in Prague
More than one hundred participants gathered in Prague for the SpinIT Final Conference and the two-day Digital Innovation Days, bringing together students, experts, and representatives of innovation organisations from ten European countries. The event not only reflected on the achievements of the project but also demonstrated how international cooperation, knowledge sharing, and innovation driven by real regional needs can create a lasting impact. During the two-day programme, students collaborated in international multidisciplinary teams to develop practical solutions for real sustainability and ESG challenges, guided by experienced mentors.
ReadDEX Innovation Centre becomes EIT Food Country Representative Czechia
DEX Innovation Centre is a partner in the consortium led by the University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague, which has been selected as the EIT Food Country Representative for Czechia and a member of the EIT Community Hub Czechia for the 2026–2028 period. This role focuses on connecting the Czech agrifood ecosystem with EIT Food activities and opportunities across Europe.
ReadREUSE2030 at the NiCE Conference 2026: Barriers, Drivers, and Next Steps in Circular Transformation
Partners of the REUSE2030 project, including DEX Innovation Centre, met on 11–12 March 2026 in Dessau-Roßlau, Germany, for a two-day transnational meeting combined with participation in the international NiCE Conference.
ReadREUSE2030 at the NiCE Conference: Engaging Businesses and Cities in Circular Transformation
The REUSE2030 project, in which DEX Innovation Centre participates as a project partner, will be featured at the international NiCE Conference "From Niche to Centre", taking place on 11–12 March 2026 in Dessau-Roßlau, Germany. The programme will include an interactive workshop dedicated to strengthening collaboration between small and medium-sized enterprises, industrial actors, and public authorities in advancing circular economy practices across European cities and regions.
ReadAI in Healthcare: A Partner, Not a Replacement
The autumn edition of EIT Health Morning Health Talks, hosted for the 13th time by DEX Innovation Centre as the EIT Health Czech Republic Representative, focused on one of the most pressing topics in medicine today: how to integrate artificial intelligence into healthcare responsibly.
ReadInnovation into Action: How DEX IC Delivers
Ideas alone don't win EU funding. They succeed when proposals are well-structured, solutions are validated with users, and results are designed to last beyond funding. That is the DEX Innovation Centre (DEX IC) approach: approval, impact, sustainability.
ReadHow does DEX IC connect AI and sustainability?
The first days of September in Prague were dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and artificial intelligence. DEX Innovation Centre hosted the second international meeting of the project SMART CIRCLE -- AI for Smart Circular Entrepreneurship, welcoming partners from Romania, Turkey, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Spain.
ReadDIGIVITALITY Demoday Brought Together Leading Startups and Hospitals Across Europe
The DIGIVITALITY project's Demoday, held at WorkLounge in Prague, demonstrated how connecting startups, hospitals, and experts can significantly accelerate the transfer of innovation into healthcare practice. Over several months, digital solutions were tested in real hospital environments across Central Europe with the goal of accelerating validation, adapting technologies to clinical needs, and increasing their chances of success on the market.
ReadDEX IC shows a faster path to innovation in healthcare: inspiration from EIT Health Morning Health Talks
The autumn EIT Health Morning Health Talks, organized by DEX Innovation Centre (DEX IC) as the EIT Health Hub in the Czech Republic, focused on one of the most pressing topics in healthcare, how to introduce innovations in hospitals more quickly and effectively. Under the title Fast-tracking Innovation Entry in Hospitals, experts from various fields came together to share experiences, discuss challenges, and explore new ways to bring innovations into practice.
ReadEducational Innovation: With DEX IC's Collaboration, the VIBE Project Brings VR and AR to Education
The VIBE project (Virtual Biomedical and STEM/STEAM Education) is an innovative initiative aimed at improving education quality through augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR). The project has developed materials and applications, offering new learning opportunities in biomedical engineering and science. Key outputs include handbooks, MOOCs, and innovative educational apps that help students and educators access modern tools and methods.
ReadDEX IC Leads the Way in Mentoring Student Entrepreneurs
We are proud to play a guiding role in helping bright young minds turn their creative ideas into reality. This time, two of our expert mentors, Tina Kubalik and Vojtěch Jíra, are working closely with student teams in the Creating ValEU program.
Readi-Days 2024: DEX IC, TUL, and KNL Supported Students in Creating Innovations for Alzheimer's Patients
On October 17 and 18, 2024, the Technical University of Liberec (TUL) hosted Innovation Days (i-Days), a two-day event aimed at fostering innovative thinking in healthcare. Organized as part of the EIT Health initiative, the event brought together students, entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and coaches to develop solutions for real-world healthcare challenges, with a primary focus on improving care for patients with Alzheimer's disease.
ReadLessons over trophies: CustomerScore’s takeaway from V4 Startup Force
Are you curious about how a startup with a mission to combat customer churn found its footing in the dynamic world of the V4 region? Read on to discover Customerscore's story, the challenges they faced, and the unexpected wins they achieved along the way.
ReadWhy to join the V4 SUF by Marián Tomko from DYPE
The V4 Startup Force (V4SUF) program is a unique initiative designed to help startups tap into the vibrant and growing markets of the Visegrád Group – Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. For companies like DYPE, joining V4SUF isn’t just a chance to expand. It’s an opportunity to gain deep, actionable insights and forge strategic partnerships that drive sustainable growth. In a recent interview, Marián Tomko from DYPE shared his experience with the program, revealing why V4SUF is an invaluable resource for any startup looking to make its mark in Central Europe.
ReadHow startups are changing Czech healthcare: Principles of Open Innovation
The seventh EIT Health Morning Health Talks, organized by DEX Innovation Centre, the EIT Health Hub for the Czech Republic, attracted approximately 40 representatives from hospitals, public institutions, healthcare companies, and start-ups. The meeting, entitled "Open Innovation in Healthcare: Innovators ↔ Challengers", provided a space to share experiences and discuss advanced innovations in Czech healthcare.
ReadInstitutional efforts regarding the transition to green energy: one system or separate planetary countries?
On 4 June 2024, the Interreg Danube SMEnergy project consortium convened a knowledge-sharing workshop. The workshop aimed to analyse and organise the current landscape, central initiatives, support schemes, opportunities, and challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (MEs) in eight countries transitioning to green energy across the Danube region. What were the key findings? The following brief provides some insights.
ReadDEX IC & Lola Onipko and the Womenture journey
As a valued partner of the Womenture project, DEX Innovation Centre is proud to collaborate with Lola Onipko, a respected ambassador for the cause. Lola's commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs is truly inspiring and has a significant impact. Her journey showcases the triumph over challenges and the creation of a supportive community where women uplift one another to succeed and prosper. It's about empowering every woman to realize her potential to initiate something remarkable. Explore our discussion with Lola below.
ReadDEX IC at URBIS in Brno!
DEX Innovation Centre recently participated in the three-day URBIS conference in Brno, dedicated to exploring advancements in smart cities, energy, climate, efficient public administration, future mobility, and innovative urban management.
ReadEIT Health Morning Health Talks
A collaborative event bringing together healthcare innovators and industry challengers to explore open innovation opportunities in the health sector.
ReadCatalyzing Healthcare Innovation: Oxford University Hospitals Lead Creating Value' Program with DEX Innovation Centre
Join us at DEX Innovation Centre as we spearhead the "Creating Value" Program in collaboration with renowned partners like Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Focused on Value-Based Healthcare (VBHC), our initiative drives collaborative learning and innovation within the healthcare sector. Renowned as one of the best educational programs ever financed by EIT Health, we are shaping the knowledge of future top health professionals.
ReadDEX IC Showcases Advanced Energy Solutions at the Energy Management Forum
At the recent Energy Management Forum hosted by the Hungarian Embassy, attendees were introduced to pioneering energy efficiency and storage solutions from two distinguished Hungarian companies, Wenerate and HeatVentors. This event showcased innovative strategies aimed at enhancing sustainability and improving energy management practices.
ReadInnovation Day 2024
Guest speeches by invited startups, entrepreneurs and innovative initiatives and projects. Presentation of innovative technologies, networking, round table discussions, fireside chats, and final pitch competition.
ReadSMEnergy receives EU funding to support the renewable energy transition of SMEs in the Danube region
Small and Medium-sized business Enterprises (SMEs) are confronted with many risks and uncertainties when they consider adopting renewable energy. Will it generate a return on investment? What are my options, and how do I implement them?
ReadHow SCI FI 2023 changed Tomáš Pavlů's life: A participant's perspective
SCI FI is a unique program that aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the field of health and life sciences. It is a six-month journey that involves online and offline learning, mentoring, networking, and pitching. Tomáš Pavlů was one of the lucky participants who completed the full 2023 SCI FI program with an amazing presentation. In this article, Tomáš will share his feelings, expectations, challenges, and outcomes of this incredible experience.
ReadSCI FI 2023: A Success story from Team 6
The SCI FI program, or From Scientists to Innovators for Industry, is a unique course that helps young scientists transition from academic research to working in the pharma and medtech industries. DEX Innovation Centre is a proud partner of the SCI FI and is responsible for modules and cases included in the program. We are already planning the 2024 edition and we are excited to share more news in the near future!
ReadInnovation Camp Led by DEX IC and KNL Seeks Patient Health Improvements in HealthLabs4Value Project
The Innovation Camp, organized by DEX Innovation Centre, recently focused on seeking patient health improvements as part of the HealthLabs4Value project at the Technical University in Liberec. This event emphasized the significance of collaborative efforts in advancing healthcare technologies and innovations, particularly aimed at enhancing treatments and care for patients with spinal injuries.
ReadHow V4 StartupForce and DEX IC helped Myco grow and innovate
Myco (myco.cz) is a Czech startup that develops sustainable solutions for various industries using mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. The company was founded by MFA David Šohaj Minařík, who has a background in biotechnology. Myco’s vision is to create biodegradable materials that can replace non-sustainable materials and reduce the environmental impact.
ReadB2B Sales Elevator Launch
We are proud to announce the launch of B2B Sales Elevator — a tailored programme to help tech startups and SMEs build B2B sales pipelines and connect with enterprise clients.
ReadPioneering initiatives: DEX IC's five-fold impact on the Danube region
We're thrilled to announce our crucial role in five transformative projects under the Danube Transnational Programme, marking a significant step towards shaping the future of the Danube region.
ReadInnovator Gym Programme Opens
Our flagship Innovator Gym programme is accepting applications. Get mentoring, resources, and a structured path from idea to market-ready product.
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