HOW IT WORKS
THE OPEN INNOVATION HUB FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
WHAT WE DO
SAIRA fosters a global culture of open innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals by breaking down entrenched silos and geographic barriers. The web has revolutionized the process of matchmaking—from romance to transportation, to lodging, and more. We are adapting the same approach to solve global challenges.
SAIRA’S CHALLENGES
OUR OPEN INNOVATION APPROACH
SAIRA offers easily accessible matchmaking tools that
- Connect researchers across the globe based on ideas or specific needs
- Unite companies and experts in research and technology development
- Link start-ups with innovative business ideas and scientists
- Bring together NGOs and government entities with research partners
By enabling promising partnerships, we bridge the gap between impact investors and investment opportunities.
SAIRA’S CHALLENGES
Define your collaboration needs and submit your Challenge on SAIRA to get connected to the right R&D experts.
HOW IT WORKS
STEP 1
SIGN UP
Register for free, create your account and explore our matchmaking services
STEP 2
GET STARTED & SUBMIT YOUR CHALLENGE
Search for technologies or partners by posting your collaboration needs and project ideas and receive proposals submitted by researchers
STEP 3
IT’S A MATCH
Use SAIRA for project management, receive mentorship, pitch coaching, and access to a broad array of complementary offline services
STEP 4
TURN REASEARCH INTO PRACTICE
Collaborate with your new partners and turn challenges into solutions
STEP 5
SPREAD THE WORD
Share your success stories on SAIRA
SERVICE & SUPPORT
COMPLEMENTARY OFFLINE SERVICES
We offer various complementary services to foster fruitful collaborations. From developing and promoting your challenges and project ideas, to the organization of workshops for ambitious project teams, we create incentives for the development and deployment of innovative technologies.
JOIN SAIRA
READY TO GET STARTED?
Register on SAIRA and create your account. Using SAIRA’s Challenges is completely free of charge. If you have any questions or concerns, let us know.
