FlexFunction2Sustain, an Open Innovation Test Bed ecosystem, launches an Open Call for Pilot Case projects with the objective to support companies in developing and testing novel nano-functionalised plastic, paper and membrane surfaces. In the framework of the Open Call, up to 20 SME may receive subsidised access to top-notch European Research Infrastructure and Innovation Services provided by the FlexFunction2Sustain OITB members.

Interested companies can apply to one of the following application areas:

• sustainable smart packaging;
• surfaces & membranes in bio application;
• plastic and paper electronics;
• optical films for security and design.

Specifically, supported projects shall have the objective to:

• transform a product idea into a functional product/part demonstrator;
• test and implement new materials and/or novel nano-technologies to improve enable novel functional plastic, paper, and membrane surfaces for sustainable and smart products;
• create exploitation and commercialisation plans targeting early market adoption of innovative products.