Cogsteps is a brand that focuses on bridging the gap between the academic and startup worlds. Their main mission is to provide education and support for PhD students, researchers, and scientists who want to transform their research and innovations into deep-tech startups. The brand offers a web platform that allows researchers and scientists to connect with experts and stakeholders from the startup ecosystem, helping them to commercialize their research.

They provide intensive startup bootcamps to help participants master the startup basics and recognize opportunities for turning their research into successful ventures. Cogsteps also offers startup training in three phases for research and development teams who already have basic startup knowledge or have received it through the bootcamp. Each phase is designed to complement the previous one and is implemented by partners with the most relevant experience.

By participating in the Cogsteps project, students, researchers, professors, and scientists will not only gain transversal skills like public speaking, pitching, and networking but also acquire transferable skills like business strategy, leadership, and problem-solving. This project aims to create a clear path, educational materials, and support programs for academic startups, ultimately forming a regional hub for innovation and science commercialization