Post by Open Horizons Project

🚀 From 282 applications… to 7 startups entering Pilot Phase. After weeks of preparation, validation, and co-creation during the Inception Phase, these women-led deep-tech startups are now moving to the next stage of the Open Horizons journey: 🔹 Aida Nonn – Aixima Developing physics-informed digital twins for predictive maintenance and asset integrity in critical infrastructure. 🔹 Federica Freddi – Sqwish Labs Using reinforcement learning to optimise AI systems based on real business performance signals. 🔹 Dr. Nazli Ozdemir CEng FIMMM – GULSINE Using physics-informed AI to predict membrane degradation and improve lifespan management in water treatment systems. 🔹Stefan Muehlhauser - quantonite  Developing quantum computing algorithms to accelerate complex electromagnetic field simulations for industrial applications. 🔹Solvita Kostjukova - Smart Indicators  Creating ultra-low-cost smart freshness indicators to help reduce food waste across packaging and food systems. 🔹Marie Feroux - Osborne Systems  Using AI-driven engineering software to reduce inefficiencies and carbon emissions in industrial and refinery operations. 🔹Kateryna Ryabiko – H+H Labs PSA Building low-energy water treatment systems based on hydrodynamic evaporation and supercavitation technologies. The pilot phase is where things become real.  Now it’s time for startups to test and refine their solutions together with leading corporates, moving beyond concepts into real operational and market environments. Validating solutions in real context is a win-win situation for startups, corporates, and any future investor following this journey. Over the next weeks, we’ll introduce the founders, technologies, and stories behind these startups in more detail. Stay in touch. 👏 But for now...Congratulations to all our founders! #WomenInTech #DeepTech #StartupEurope