Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC) technology harnesses the power of light to create energy-efficient, faster, and more accurate microchips. To ensure that the Netherlands maintains and further strengthens its position in the PIC-industry, well-educated talent is needed. Within the Netherlands several Universities of Applied Sciences are running specialised programmes with the focus on integrated photonics technology. The focus of these programs is to strengthen the knowledge and skills of students in integrated photonics technology. To reinforce the theory, practical’s with specialised equipment are required.

Why this initiative? 

The laboratory equipment provides students with the necessary skills they will need to be successful in the PIC-industry. This arrangement, provided by PhotonDelta, is designed to facilitate the acquisition of these practical resources for the Universities of Applied Sciences within the Netherlands, to be used for educational purposes.

What does it entail? 

The subsidy ceiling for this call for proposals is € 700.000,- with a limitation of € 250.000 per University of Applied Sciences.

How to apply? 

Applications for this call for proposals may be submitted at any time during the period October 2024 – February 2025. The application deadline is 28 February 2025. The application should contain a signed application form, a project budget and relevant supporting documents. The full application can be sent to: humancapital@photondelta.com.

Do you have any questions? Contact Wouter Lintsen, Project Manager Talent Quality & Education via +31 (0) 85 112 43 37 or humancapital@photondelta.com.

Disclaimer: Funding decisions are at the sole discretion of the PhotonDelta foundation. PhotonDelta reserves the right to adjust funding conditions or may decide not to fund requests after considering the proposal.