After successfully completing the first phase of the Nuqleus Startup Builder program, which focused on ideation, team formation, and validation of the commercial potential of their ideas, we have now entered an even more exciting phase of the program. Its focus is on education and prototyping. From an initial group of 15 teams, composed of experts from leading Croatian academic and research institutions, the 10 best-rated teams are now moving into the second phase of our program to develop their ideas in the fields of advanced materials, IT, biomedicine, mining, robotics, and more.
During the five-month first phase, more than 40 experts from Nuqleus’s partner scientific institutions (Ruđer Bošković Institute, Institute of Physics, Faculty of Organization and Informatics Varaždin, Faculty of Science in Zagreb, Faculty of Mining, Geology, and Petroleum Engineering, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology, School of Design (Faculty of Architecture), Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture Split, Faculty of Kinesiology, and the Economic Institute, Zagreb) and other Croatian research organizations exchanged knowledge and worked intensively on developing innovative ideas from various sectors. The highlight of the first phase was the team presentations before the Nuqleus scientific board and selected mentors, who evaluated the teams based on various criteria such as their expertise, motivation, and commitment to developing the startup.
Now, 10 selected teams continue their journey in the second phase of the program focused on education and prototyping. They will face a very intensive period but also an extraordinary opportunity to work with top mentors from some of the most successful Croatian startups. The teams will participate in weekly workshops and lectures on various topics such as business development and business models, product development, ownership structure, and investment raising, among many others.
Are you curious about what kind of ideas our teams are developing and which fields they come from? Read brief information about each team below, and soon we will bring you blog posts that will provide detailed presentations of each team, their innovative idea, and the members of each team!
TEAMS IN THE SECOND PHASE OF THIS YEAR'S PROGRAM
Bypack - Reducing Plastic Waste Using Natural Biodegradable Polymers
Ecological food producers use large amounts of plastic materials in the process of growing fruits and vegetables. These plastic materials are difficult to remove, remain in the soil, and after use, create large amounts of waste that cannot be composted or recycled. Bypack produces naturally biodegradable materials for a range of products that decompose and compost, minimizing plastic waste.
Crobotic Solutions - Intuitive Interfaces for Interaction with Robots to Facilitate Business Development through Robotics
Robotics has revolutionized the industry. Until now, the most benefits from robotics have been enjoyed by large industrial enterprises. With the development of new technologies, such as collaborative robotic manipulators and artificial intelligence, new opportunities are opening up for small and medium-sized enterprises that have so far avoided modernization, automation, and robotization of their business processes due to long adaptation times. Crobotic Solutions uses the latest advancements in AI and its expertise in robotics to create intuitive multimodal interfaces that enable seamless human-robot collaboration, making it fun and easy. Simplify your business, reduce costs, and achieve new levels of productivity and efficiency with accessible robotics.
LATOM - Empowering the Construction Industry for the Development and Validation of Sustainable Materials
Today, construction companies are forced to significantly reduce their environmental impact while ensuring their financial sustainability. As construction companies are not equipped for innovation, they must rely on external research and development. LATOM analyzes the entire production process of construction materials, uses life cycle analysis to identify potential environmental savings, and applies advanced techniques to improve products and processes. Thanks to LATOM, construction companies save money by improving their products to meet ecological standards.
RockTech Nexus - Facilitating Communication for Field Engineers to Accelerate Real-Time Data Measurement
RockTech NeXus revolutionizes the way data is collected and processed in the fields of mining, tunneling, and geological engineering. Our startup offers an innovative software solution that allows experts to collect and analyze field data faster and more accurately. With expertise in software development and geological sciences, we not only meet industry standards – we set new benchmarks, improve efficiency, reduce risk, and optimize operations to empower our users.
Virus Hunter - One Test for All Viruses
Have you ever wondered if you can catch a virus in an elevator? The answer is yes. Do you know if it is possible to detect any virus? For now, no. Our company VirusHunter is developing a kit for detecting and identifying any potentially pathogenic virus, a solution that currently does not exist on the market. In less than 24 hours, we can tell you if you have a virus and which virus you have without the need for specific antibodies or primers. Want to know more? Let’s connect and find out if we can make a real difference in virus detection together.
Ulpian - ChatGPT for Lawyers
Ulpian is a revolutionary tool designed for lawyers who want to quickly and efficiently solve legal challenges. Our platform allows users to ask any legal question and receive an accurate answer based on relevant national and EU regulations, with clearly cited sources. Thanks to generative AI, Ulpian supports multilingual searches and offers answers tailored to the temporal context, ensuring that legal advice is always up-to-date and in line with the latest legislation.
Prefer AI - We Know What Your Users Want Before They Ask!
PreferAI increases revenue and engagement on online platforms by personalizing existing content using artificial intelligence. Our technology enables automatic learning of user preferences, and with just one API call, we can tell you what the user wants without them explicitly asking. Whether you are a small or medium-sized business or a large organization, we offer a high-quality, scalable solution. Ready to transform your user experience with advanced AI technology? Choose PreferAI, where technology meets intuition.
NanoWeaver - Transform Your Skin, Erase Scars and Pimples
NanoWeaver is a portable electrospinning device that allows users to create customized nanofibers directly at the point of use. Our advanced technology enables users to say goodbye to pimples and experience a transformation to new, healthier skin. This innovative solution provides faster, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly options for skin treatments, surpassing traditional methods and opening new possibilities for personal care.
RNDM Company - The World's First Quantum Encrypted Safe That Fits in Your Pocket!
More than a billion people have tried cryptocurrencies, and more than half a billion actively use them. Almost 100,000 users already have millions in cryptocurrencies. Today, when we talk about cryptocurrency security, hardware wallets are the most reliable option. Most available devices are low-quality products that often fail, require regular updates, and are complicated to use. Would you really want to store millions on such devices? Hardware wallets today are like mobile phones in the era of Nokia. There is no iPhone for hardware wallets. But RNDM company is making it!
TINFE - Measure Twice, Analyze Once
TINFE is a startup dedicated to revolutionizing high-throughput analysis through advanced fluorescence spectroscopy. We specialize in developing integrated software and hardware solutions that improve the measurement and processing of fluorescence spectra. Our products are intended for a wide range of professionals in biomedicine, pharmacy, and research and development. Using innovative techniques and structured data processing, we significantly shorten the time from sampling to results, ensuring optimized resources and top performance for our clients.
