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How to Apply for D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge

How to apply

D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge accepts applications online through the official portal before the 31 Oct 2026 deadline. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.

How to apply

Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.

Selection process

The selection process for the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge unfolds in two main stages.

Initially, concept proposals are evaluated on a monthly basis. The top proposals are selected to receive the Round 1 cash grants, recognizing their innovative potential.

Winners from Round 1 are then invited to submit more detailed proposals to BIRAC. These comprehensive proposals are assessed for Round 2 RDI funding, with disbursements tied to the achievement of specified project milestones.

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