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Research Innovation Network Kerala
Bring research outcomes to the market and develop commercial ventures.
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Bring research outcomes to the market and develop commercial ventures.
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OVERVIEW
The Research Innovation Network Kerala (RINK) is an initiative of the Kerala Startup Mission, aimed to bring research outcomes to the market and develop commercial ventures.
Leveraging Kerala's research potential, RINK promotes deep-technology innovations from the research fraternity.
RINK provides an interdisciplinary workspace for researchers, startups, corporates, investors, industries, and government agencies to explore opportunities within the research and innovation space.
RINK supports research-driven startups with sector-specific incubation, scientific mentorship, access to instrumentation facilities, and any other assistance they might need in commercializing their products.
The R&D Grant, for up to ₹30 lakhs, is intended to provide financial assistance to deep-technology startups engaged in the development of research-driven products with high technology innovation and exceptional market scalability.
Curated visits for entrepreneurs, startups, and innovators to research institutions and scientific facilities across Kerala, offering direct engagement with scientists while exploring incubation facilities and potential collaboration opportunities.
Online events where research institutions showcase commercializable products and technologies developed in their labs, creating opportunities for technology transfer to entrepreneurs, startups, and industry partners.
A virtual, one-on-one idea validation programme that helps researchers assess the commercial potential of their innovations. Participants receive expert guidance and are introduced to the startup support ecosystem.
Explore a curated portfolio of technologies developed across Kerala’s research institutions which are available for licensing, co-development, and commercialization.
A flagship initiative that digitally maps scientific instruments available across Kerala’s institutions, enabling streamlined access for researchers and startups to these critical research resources.
RINK, through its partner institutions, provides comprehensive IPR support to help innovators protect, manage, and commercialize their intellectual property.