FAPESP Pesquisa Inovativa em Pequenas Empresas - PIPE

The FAPESP PIPE grant aims to support small businesses in São Paulo, Brazil, by fostering innovative research and development projects. This initiative focuses on encouraging technological advancements and enhancing competitiveness in the market.

Research on new technological solutions

Development of innovative products

Improvement of existing services with advanced technology

Examples of Eligible Projects to be developed

• Creating a new medical device to improve patient care
• Developing software to enhance online security for businesses
• Engineering a more efficient solar panel system

Salaries for research and development personnel

Acquisition of consumable or permanent materials

Hiring of third-party services (only specialized and short-term)

Transportation and daily expenses required for field research and, if necessary, travel

Participation in scientific meetings, including transportation and accommodation expenses

Research grants for the lead researcher and technical training participations

Phase 1: Focuses on studying the technical and scientific feasibility of the project with funding up to R$ 300,000. This phase is essential for exploring and validating initial ideas.

Phase 2: Provides up to R$ 1,500,000 to further develop the research, aiming to bring the innovation closer to market readiness. This phase enhances the project's potential to attract additional investments.

PIPE Invest and Phase 3: These phases are designed for market entry and commercialization, often involving securing additional funding from the market or other financial channels. They focus on transforming research outcomes into viable market solutions.

Located in the State of São Paulo

Registered as a small business

Project must involve technological innovation