Empowering innovation everywhere

We connect people and ideas that transform groundbreaking technology into real-world solutions. Together, we make it real.

INAM - Empowering innovation everywhere

INAM is a community that turns emerging technology into reality

Since 2016, INAM (Innovation Network for Advanced Materials) has connected startups, corporations, researchers and investors to accelerate the market entry of new material innovations across industries.


Startup programs

Whether refining your technology or scaling globally, we provide mentorship and access to an international network to transition scientific research out of the lab to real-world applications.

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Startup Programs


Technology scouting

Open Innovation Challenges connect corporate clients with cutting-edge startups to solve specific, technological challenges utilising advanced materials. We lead you to high-impact collaborations.

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Deep Tech Events


Deep tech events

Our events bring together investors, startups, and industry, to uncover breakthroughs and build strategic partnerships. Whether through roundtables, workshops or lively demo days, our events open doors to new opportunities.

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Tackle Complex Challenges

Join 200+ network members who have made an impact

  • Margaret Kocherga, Light & Charge Solutions

    "There were so many lessons. The biggest help that I got was the mentors working with me to identify what my value propositions are."

    Margaret Kocherga, Light & Charge Solutions

  • "It was a very intense time but it gave us space to completely evaluate every aspect of our business and will be invaluable to us going forward.”

    Sam Cryer, Thermulon

  • "Advanced Materials Competition is an excellent single-focus experience program that achieves what it set out to achieve -- meaningful conversations with the right people."

    Graham Bell, Next Aero

Driving innovation and impact through global collaboration

INAM is recognized by the Financial Times as one of Europe’s leading startup ecosystems for two years running. If you're looking for access to opportunities and a network that drives innovation, become a member of INAM.

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Driving innovation and impact through global collaboration

Meet INAM’s members

Connect with hundreds of industry, startup and research members that have chosen INAM to level up their deep tech businesses.

Access a global ecosystem of deep tech innovators, investors, experts and industry leaders with INAM

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