About €280,000 for Ukraine’s startup ecosystem: we announce the 9th cohort of winners of the Business and Innovation Services program from the Seeds of Bravery project

9th cohort of winners: 37 startups have received financial support of up to €10,000 as part of the Seeds of Bravery programme!

37 participants in the Seeds of Bravery Business and Innovation Services programme have received funding totalling more than €280,000 to help them develop their potential in the innovation market.

A brief overview of the winners:

1. LLC Lviv Hydrogen develops novel and reliable hydrogen storage devices, based on technology that enables 2x hydrogen volume in the same-sized storage device and reduces OPEX costs threefold.
2. CheckEye – AI-driven platform for mass screening of chronic diseases to enable preventive healthcare for everyone around the world.
3. Sirocco Energy is a startup that helps industrial companies cut electricity costs by 2-4 times and shield themselves from rising energy prices with our innovative wind turbines.
4. Great Catalog is a SaaS platform that connects interior décor manufacturers with interior designers and end-consumers.
5. Threat breaker – AI – powered affordable lightweight endpoint detection & response agent with zero – touch deployment
6. SoftTrainer – AI-simulator to assess and enhance soft skills.
7. GetOrder.Biz is a powerful platform for the restaurant industry to improve operational efficiency with different sales channels.
8. Intellectual Tutor is an AI-driven tutor on our platform helps children learn school subjects, generates personalized tasks, and provides on-demand technical guidance.
9. NOVEL METALS AND COMPOUNDS is developing an innovative direct lithium extraction technology to convert brines and wastewater into valuable resources, promoting sustainable growth in Ukraine’s mining sector.
10. BUD TUT is an AI-powered platform that revolutionizes the construction industry by streamlining workforce management and eliminating intermediaries, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
11. CLEVERKINETICS LIMITED develops innovative Flywheel Energy Storage Systems for grid-scale, residential, industrial use, enabling renewable energy integration and supporting the green transition.
12. SplineCloud builds an open knowledge management platform for engineers and scientists that will simplify the way they innovate and validate their ideas.
13. AgriAnalytica LLC – AI powered AgriMSME access to finance for increasing agricultural production efficiency and climate change resilience.
14. Proste ZNO – the go-to tool to get into the university of your dream driven by simplified and personalized experience, quality materials, algorithms and teaching expertise.
15. ECOFACTOR designs and manufactures EV chargers, develops CPMS software for seamless EV charger management, and builds independent EV hubs to support accessible, sustainable electric mobility infrastructure.
16. Revisior is a SaaS tool for multi-channel feedback and customer experience management.
17. Qudi Mask 2 makes self-expression more fun and simple by creating a personalized avatar in real life, powered by AI.
18. Solar Plex – universal solution for retrofitting solar panels with a heat removal system that boosts PV efficiency by 10-15% through cooling and adds 65-75% efficiency by the thermal energy.
19. MAKT focuses on the development of an innovative battery module for efficient use in energy storage systems and cargo-handling equipment.
20. FluxHR is an AI-powered recruitment platform designed to optimize hiring by conducting video interviews that assess technical and behavioral skills without human bias.
21. UNWINK AI – leverage AI-powered feedback processing to boost support, product development and marketing efficiency
22. Recycle – a service that solves the problem of collecting sorted waste from the population for subsequent recycling.
23. PRANA PLATINUM develops energy-efficient ventilation systems with recuperation.
24. Dimbeton produces reusable insulated concrete modules for quickly assembling buildings from 15m² to 5000m² and up to 4 floors, which can serve as full-fledged homes, clinics, schools etc.
25. Medcloud is a healthcare integration and automation platform.
26. mariya.ai delivers 24/7 AI-driven mental health support, combining advanced psychotherapy techniques with insights from 130+ certified psychologists.
27. TomorrowPack makes reusable packaging from bio-based materials for delivery of online orders, reducing packaging waste by 80% and enabling online retailers to cut packaging costs by 10%.
28. WheelKeep – bicycle security, recovery & insurance system that helps cyclists protect their expensive bikes from theft and get peace of mind.
29. INPUT SOFT is a web platform for companies in the aviation industry: helps optimize resources, reduce costs, collect and analyze data from all processes at the airports.
30. ClinCaseQuest is a Simulation Training Platform for medical education with simulators of clinical cases (interactive patients) that help doctors and students to gain clinical experience.
31. Adminix is AI-enabled no-code app development and automation software.
32. AGRODAR LLC – sewage sludge treatment line for processing hazardous sewage sludge into a safe and useful soil.
33. Poly Diagnostics SARL – an in vitro diagnostic kit for the simultaneous detection of 26 bacterial and viral respiratory pathogens.
34. Djooky is a marketplace that provides the ability for creators to issue song royalty rights to fans and investors, creating new revenue streams for artists and new asset class for investors.
35. Smart Hotel Assistant is an AI-powered solution designed to enhance guest experiences and optimize hotel operations by providing multilingual support, automating processes and offering 24/7 personalized assistance.
36. GetMyLook is an AI-driven stylist app for fashion retailers on digital signage, offering personalized, instant outfit recommendations, and handling custom requests based on customers’ appearance and style.
37. BIMP is an innovative ERP system that automates and optimizes business processes, uniting companies into a single ecosystem for efficient data exchange.

In addition to financial grants, Seeds of Bravery offers startups participation in non-financial support programs designed to strengthen their market position.

Key areas of support include:

• Business consulting: Professional assistance in refining business models, creating effective business plans, and developing growth strategies. This helps startups enhance their competitiveness and prepare for scaling.
• Intellectual property and patent analysis: Specialized consultations to protect innovations and develop effective patent strategies for business growth.
• Market analysis and validation: In-depth research of market trends and customer needs, ensuring product readiness for market entry while minimizing scaling risks.
• Internationalization services: Support for expanding operations into European markets through participation in conferences, trade fairs, and business missions, with a focus on regulatory compliance and market adaptation.
• Portfolio management and investor relations: Guidance on financial reporting and effective communication with investors to attract additional funding.
• Crowdfunding campaign planning: Integration of digital tools to successfully execute equity-based fundraising campaigns, maximizing potential investor engagement.

The Seeds of Bravery program continues to create opportunities for startups, providing financial support of up to €10,000 and fostering their integration into the global innovation ecosystem. This initiative not only helps small and medium-sized enterprises secure funding but also equips them with valuable knowledge, connections, and tools for scaling their businesses.

Ukrainian startups once again demonstrate their capacity to change the world through innovation, with Seeds of Bravery standing as a key partner in their journey.

This initiative is supported by the European Union through the European Innovation Council. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of the European Union or the European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the European Commission is responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained herein. The UASEEDs project has received funding from the Horizon Europe Framework Programme under grant agreement No. 101104445.