From research to specific products<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA key milestone was 2014, when researchers from Nanoprogress discovered the possibility of producing nanofibers using an alternating electric field \u2013 a technology that enables many times higher productivity than previously used methods. Just a year later, the first laboratory device for preparing nanofibers based on this principle saw the light of day \u2013 designed and constructed with the support of the \u201cCooperation \u2013 Clusters\"<\/em> Ministry of Industry and Trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSince then, the cluster has significantly expanded its activities. In 2017, its own research team was established, focused on materials development and identifying production weaknesses. The team subsequently, in cooperation with industrial partners, began developing its own equipment that allows not only the production but also the functionalization of nanofibers according to the needs of target applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Large-scale production of nanofibers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe next natural step was the construction of a new facility in 2021 with the aim of later industrial production of nanofibers. This opened the way to the production of advanced materials for medicine, cosmetics, water and air filtration, and protective equipment on the required scale. Development here goes hand in hand with the needs of the cluster members, and the facility thus serves as a real bridge between research and target applications.<\/p>\n\n\n
\r\n Results that speak for themselves<\/h3>\r\n \r\n \r\n \u2013 Support for dozens of research organizations and companies<\/p>\n
\u2013 Investments in the hundreds of millions in unique research and technological development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Involvement of hundreds of researchers from leading institutions in collective research and development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Creation of hundreds of research studies in the field of nanotechnology<\/p>\n
\u2013 Development of more than ten globally unique devices primarily for the production of nanofibers
\u2013 Creation of dozens of products, patents and utility models
\u2013 Establishment of shared open access centers with unique technology for the preparation and analysis of functionalized nanofibrous structures and composites<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \n\n\n
All of this shows how strong a backbone Nanoprogress has become for Czech nanotechnology development. Its activities are today an example of how targeted support, cross-sector cooperation, and systematic work can bring about change that has an impact not only on the economy, but also on the quality of life of all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen you combine cutting-edge science with the courage to take risks and trust between partners, things are created that truly change the world.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of the Nanoprogress Cluster.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The story of the Nano4hope foundation, new hope for health and the planet begins with nanofibers<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEndowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> is an example of how technological progress can be combined with humanity and a socially responsible vision. It was created on the initiative of members of the management team of the Nanoprogress cluster organization and an expert team from Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o., who wanted to bring Czech nanotechnology from the laboratory directly to those who need it most\u2014sick people, injured animals, and natural environments burdened by environmental problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u201cOur vision is to bring hope where people, animals, and nature are losing it.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, co-founder of the foundation.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom vision to reality<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe basic impetus for establishing the fund came in August 2023, when the founders realized that the technologies they had been working on for years together with members of the Nanoprogress cluster could have a much greater impact if they were made available outside the industrial sphere. Weeks of intensive discussions, proposals and preparations followed, and on December 12, 2023, the Nano4hope endowment fund was officially established.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeople's health<\/summary>\nHelp in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\nAnimal health<\/summary>\nHelp in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\nEnvironmental protection<\/summary>\nProjects that use nanobiotechnologies to purify water, air, or otherwise revitalize damaged ecosystems.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nFirst aid stories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe first wave of assistance from the endowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> and its partners have compiled real-life stories in which nanofibers played a key role. A patient with a diabetic leg ulcer experienced significant improvement and a reduction in acute symptoms thanks to the application of nanomaterials. In a woman with a benign tumor on her forehead, a nanofiber dressing replaced the missing skin tissue, thereby accelerating post-surgical regeneration. A patient with a painful burn sustained from a lawnmower healed without infection and with minimal intervention thanks to a special nanodermis. In a female patient who had undergone head surgery, the nanofiber material promoted smoother healing and minimized scarring. Last but not least, nanotechnology aided in the rapid and smooth recovery of a knee following surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\nConnection to the cluster community<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nOne of Nano4hope\u2019s greatest strengths is its connection to the Nanoprogress community. This gives the fund access to leading experts, the latest technologies, and an established infrastructure that enables it to address problems comprehensively and quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The way forward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nano4hope is more than just an endowment fund. It is a symbol of a new approach to social responsibility. It combines cutting-edge science, deep empathy and strategic vision. And as the first measurable results show, this path makes real sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Become a partner or supporter of Nano4hope<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWe believe that real change comes when we join forces. Endowment Fund Nano4hope<\/a><\/strong> is built on the principles of trust, expertise and shared responsibility. Every donation, every connection with an expert or institution, every helping hand helps bring innovative technologies to where they are needed most \u2013 to sick people, injured animals and to nature crying out for restoration. Come and join us on this journey, join us as a partner, supporter or ambassador for change. Together we can do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.nanoprogress.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/nano4hope-1.jpeg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nwww.nano4hope.cz<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nBuilding a sustainable European ecosystem, a story of cooperation without borders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nNanoprogress has long sought to bridge the gap between scientific research and industrial practice, not only in the Czech Republic but also at the international level. The goal is to build a strong, resilient, and sustainable innovation ecosystem across Europe that will facilitate the sharing of know-how, accelerate the implementation of innovations into specific products, and contribute to addressing key societal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From projects to structures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt all began in 2014, when Nanoprogress first became involved in the preparation of an international project aimed at supporting cluster cooperation. The INNO-DROP project laid the groundwork for improving the quality of cluster management in the EU. This was followed by the AdPack and AdPack2 projects, which aimed to support the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises. These efforts culminated in 2018 with the establishment of the European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG) Ad-Pack EEIG, which enabled legally formalized cooperation across European clusters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A new chapter: CEDEG as a metacluster of the future<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe experience gained through Ad-Pack EEIG led to the next logical step\u2014the creation of an even more robust and open platform. Thus, in 2021, the CEDEG, z.s. association was founded, which took up the baton and expanded collaboration to include new fields such as digitization and green technologies. CEDEG is not merely the legal successor to the original association, but a fully-fledged umbrella organization that today brings together over 2,240 entities from 16 European countries, including nearly 1,800 companies and more than 330 research institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An ecosystem that connects Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThanks to CEDEG, we are able to develop specific international projects, support shared infrastructure, advocate for common interests in European cluster support policies, and create the conditions for truly cross-border innovation. As a co-founder of CEDEG, Nanoprogress actively contributes to its strategic direction and, through its membership, builds a bridge between Czech researchers and the European innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe original idea of \u200b\u200bcreating structured European cooperation has become a functioning ecosystem with real impact. CEDEG is proof that when vision, expertise and trust come together, borders and intellectual limits can be crossed.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Vice-Chairman of CEDEG and Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.nanoprogress.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CE-Digital.svg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nwww.cedeg.eu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nInnovation in motion or how the first spin-off from the Czech cluster was created<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe story of the company's founding Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o.<\/a><\/strong> is an example of how an innovation ecosystem can move from idea to real change. This company represents the first ever spin-off to emerge from a cluster organization in the Czech Republic \u2013 specifically from the dynamic environment of the Nanoprogress cluster. Its creation is not just an organizational innovation, but a fundamental step towards bringing the results of collective research and development into the real world.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom idea to reality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nBehind the whole story was the strong innovation ecosystem of the Nanoprogress cluster, which has long supported cutting-edge research and its transfer into practice. In 2020, the decision was made to transform the advanced research and technological potential into a new business entity. The goal was not only to maintain the continuity of the development of the unique AC electrospinning technology, but above all to create a strong foundation for its launch on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\"By establishing the first spin-off company, we wanted to create a bridge between research and the market. I believe that Nanotech Dynamics will help Nanoprogress members accelerate the development of new products, effectively launch them on the market, and thus create a real synergistic effect. It is a tool to get the results of joint research and development where they will really help - into practice.\" \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since then, the cluster has significantly expanded its activities. In 2017, its own research team was established, focused on materials development and identifying production weaknesses. The team subsequently, in cooperation with industrial partners, began developing its own equipment that allows not only the production but also the functionalization of nanofibers according to the needs of target applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Large-scale production of nanofibers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe next natural step was the construction of a new facility in 2021 with the aim of later industrial production of nanofibers. This opened the way to the production of advanced materials for medicine, cosmetics, water and air filtration, and protective equipment on the required scale. Development here goes hand in hand with the needs of the cluster members, and the facility thus serves as a real bridge between research and target applications.<\/p>\n\n\n
\r\n Results that speak for themselves<\/h3>\r\n \r\n \r\n \u2013 Support for dozens of research organizations and companies<\/p>\n
\u2013 Investments in the hundreds of millions in unique research and technological development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Involvement of hundreds of researchers from leading institutions in collective research and development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Creation of hundreds of research studies in the field of nanotechnology<\/p>\n
\u2013 Development of more than ten globally unique devices primarily for the production of nanofibers
\u2013 Creation of dozens of products, patents and utility models
\u2013 Establishment of shared open access centers with unique technology for the preparation and analysis of functionalized nanofibrous structures and composites<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \n\n\n
All of this shows how strong a backbone Nanoprogress has become for Czech nanotechnology development. Its activities are today an example of how targeted support, cross-sector cooperation, and systematic work can bring about change that has an impact not only on the economy, but also on the quality of life of all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen you combine cutting-edge science with the courage to take risks and trust between partners, things are created that truly change the world.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of the Nanoprogress Cluster.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The story of the Nano4hope foundation, new hope for health and the planet begins with nanofibers<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEndowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> is an example of how technological progress can be combined with humanity and a socially responsible vision. It was created on the initiative of members of the management team of the Nanoprogress cluster organization and an expert team from Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o., who wanted to bring Czech nanotechnology from the laboratory directly to those who need it most\u2014sick people, injured animals, and natural environments burdened by environmental problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u201cOur vision is to bring hope where people, animals, and nature are losing it.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, co-founder of the foundation.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom vision to reality<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe basic impetus for establishing the fund came in August 2023, when the founders realized that the technologies they had been working on for years together with members of the Nanoprogress cluster could have a much greater impact if they were made available outside the industrial sphere. Weeks of intensive discussions, proposals and preparations followed, and on December 12, 2023, the Nano4hope endowment fund was officially established.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeople's health<\/summary>\nHelp in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\nAnimal health<\/summary>\nHelp in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\nEnvironmental protection<\/summary>\nProjects that use nanobiotechnologies to purify water, air, or otherwise revitalize damaged ecosystems.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nFirst aid stories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe first wave of assistance from the endowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> and its partners have compiled real-life stories in which nanofibers played a key role. A patient with a diabetic leg ulcer experienced significant improvement and a reduction in acute symptoms thanks to the application of nanomaterials. In a woman with a benign tumor on her forehead, a nanofiber dressing replaced the missing skin tissue, thereby accelerating post-surgical regeneration. A patient with a painful burn sustained from a lawnmower healed without infection and with minimal intervention thanks to a special nanodermis. In a female patient who had undergone head surgery, the nanofiber material promoted smoother healing and minimized scarring. Last but not least, nanotechnology aided in the rapid and smooth recovery of a knee following surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\nConnection to the cluster community<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nOne of Nano4hope\u2019s greatest strengths is its connection to the Nanoprogress community. This gives the fund access to leading experts, the latest technologies, and an established infrastructure that enables it to address problems comprehensively and quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The way forward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nano4hope is more than just an endowment fund. It is a symbol of a new approach to social responsibility. It combines cutting-edge science, deep empathy and strategic vision. And as the first measurable results show, this path makes real sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Become a partner or supporter of Nano4hope<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWe believe that real change comes when we join forces. Endowment Fund Nano4hope<\/a><\/strong> is built on the principles of trust, expertise and shared responsibility. Every donation, every connection with an expert or institution, every helping hand helps bring innovative technologies to where they are needed most \u2013 to sick people, injured animals and to nature crying out for restoration. Come and join us on this journey, join us as a partner, supporter or ambassador for change. Together we can do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nwww.nano4hope.cz<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nBuilding a sustainable European ecosystem, a story of cooperation without borders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nNanoprogress has long sought to bridge the gap between scientific research and industrial practice, not only in the Czech Republic but also at the international level. The goal is to build a strong, resilient, and sustainable innovation ecosystem across Europe that will facilitate the sharing of know-how, accelerate the implementation of innovations into specific products, and contribute to addressing key societal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From projects to structures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt all began in 2014, when Nanoprogress first became involved in the preparation of an international project aimed at supporting cluster cooperation. The INNO-DROP project laid the groundwork for improving the quality of cluster management in the EU. This was followed by the AdPack and AdPack2 projects, which aimed to support the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises. These efforts culminated in 2018 with the establishment of the European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG) Ad-Pack EEIG, which enabled legally formalized cooperation across European clusters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A new chapter: CEDEG as a metacluster of the future<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe experience gained through Ad-Pack EEIG led to the next logical step\u2014the creation of an even more robust and open platform. Thus, in 2021, the CEDEG, z.s. association was founded, which took up the baton and expanded collaboration to include new fields such as digitization and green technologies. CEDEG is not merely the legal successor to the original association, but a fully-fledged umbrella organization that today brings together over 2,240 entities from 16 European countries, including nearly 1,800 companies and more than 330 research institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An ecosystem that connects Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThanks to CEDEG, we are able to develop specific international projects, support shared infrastructure, advocate for common interests in European cluster support policies, and create the conditions for truly cross-border innovation. As a co-founder of CEDEG, Nanoprogress actively contributes to its strategic direction and, through its membership, builds a bridge between Czech researchers and the European innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe original idea of \u200b\u200bcreating structured European cooperation has become a functioning ecosystem with real impact. CEDEG is proof that when vision, expertise and trust come together, borders and intellectual limits can be crossed.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Vice-Chairman of CEDEG and Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nwww.cedeg.eu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nInnovation in motion or how the first spin-off from the Czech cluster was created<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe story of the company's founding Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o.<\/a><\/strong> is an example of how an innovation ecosystem can move from idea to real change. This company represents the first ever spin-off to emerge from a cluster organization in the Czech Republic \u2013 specifically from the dynamic environment of the Nanoprogress cluster. Its creation is not just an organizational innovation, but a fundamental step towards bringing the results of collective research and development into the real world.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom idea to reality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nBehind the whole story was the strong innovation ecosystem of the Nanoprogress cluster, which has long supported cutting-edge research and its transfer into practice. In 2020, the decision was made to transform the advanced research and technological potential into a new business entity. The goal was not only to maintain the continuity of the development of the unique AC electrospinning technology, but above all to create a strong foundation for its launch on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\"By establishing the first spin-off company, we wanted to create a bridge between research and the market. I believe that Nanotech Dynamics will help Nanoprogress members accelerate the development of new products, effectively launch them on the market, and thus create a real synergistic effect. It is a tool to get the results of joint research and development where they will really help - into practice.\" \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Results that speak for themselves<\/h3>\r\n \r\n \r\n \u2013 Support for dozens of research organizations and companies<\/p>\n
\u2013 Investments in the hundreds of millions in unique research and technological development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Involvement of hundreds of researchers from leading institutions in collective research and development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Creation of hundreds of research studies in the field of nanotechnology<\/p>\n
\u2013 Development of more than ten globally unique devices primarily for the production of nanofibers
\u2013 Creation of dozens of products, patents and utility models
\u2013 Establishment of shared open access centers with unique technology for the preparation and analysis of functionalized nanofibrous structures and composites<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \n\n\n
All of this shows how strong a backbone Nanoprogress has become for Czech nanotechnology development. Its activities are today an example of how targeted support, cross-sector cooperation, and systematic work can bring about change that has an impact not only on the economy, but also on the quality of life of all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen you combine cutting-edge science with the courage to take risks and trust between partners, things are created that truly change the world.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of the Nanoprogress Cluster.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The story of the Nano4hope foundation, new hope for health and the planet begins with nanofibers<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEndowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> is an example of how technological progress can be combined with humanity and a socially responsible vision. It was created on the initiative of members of the management team of the Nanoprogress cluster organization and an expert team from Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o., who wanted to bring Czech nanotechnology from the laboratory directly to those who need it most\u2014sick people, injured animals, and natural environments burdened by environmental problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u201cOur vision is to bring hope where people, animals, and nature are losing it.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, co-founder of the foundation.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom vision to reality<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe basic impetus for establishing the fund came in August 2023, when the founders realized that the technologies they had been working on for years together with members of the Nanoprogress cluster could have a much greater impact if they were made available outside the industrial sphere. Weeks of intensive discussions, proposals and preparations followed, and on December 12, 2023, the Nano4hope endowment fund was officially established.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeople's health<\/summary>\nHelp in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\nAnimal health<\/summary>\nHelp in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\nEnvironmental protection<\/summary>\nProjects that use nanobiotechnologies to purify water, air, or otherwise revitalize damaged ecosystems.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nFirst aid stories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe first wave of assistance from the endowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> and its partners have compiled real-life stories in which nanofibers played a key role. A patient with a diabetic leg ulcer experienced significant improvement and a reduction in acute symptoms thanks to the application of nanomaterials. In a woman with a benign tumor on her forehead, a nanofiber dressing replaced the missing skin tissue, thereby accelerating post-surgical regeneration. A patient with a painful burn sustained from a lawnmower healed without infection and with minimal intervention thanks to a special nanodermis. In a female patient who had undergone head surgery, the nanofiber material promoted smoother healing and minimized scarring. Last but not least, nanotechnology aided in the rapid and smooth recovery of a knee following surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\nConnection to the cluster community<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nOne of Nano4hope\u2019s greatest strengths is its connection to the Nanoprogress community. This gives the fund access to leading experts, the latest technologies, and an established infrastructure that enables it to address problems comprehensively and quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The way forward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nano4hope is more than just an endowment fund. It is a symbol of a new approach to social responsibility. It combines cutting-edge science, deep empathy and strategic vision. And as the first measurable results show, this path makes real sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Become a partner or supporter of Nano4hope<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWe believe that real change comes when we join forces. Endowment Fund Nano4hope<\/a><\/strong> is built on the principles of trust, expertise and shared responsibility. Every donation, every connection with an expert or institution, every helping hand helps bring innovative technologies to where they are needed most \u2013 to sick people, injured animals and to nature crying out for restoration. Come and join us on this journey, join us as a partner, supporter or ambassador for change. Together we can do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nwww.nano4hope.cz<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nBuilding a sustainable European ecosystem, a story of cooperation without borders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nNanoprogress has long sought to bridge the gap between scientific research and industrial practice, not only in the Czech Republic but also at the international level. The goal is to build a strong, resilient, and sustainable innovation ecosystem across Europe that will facilitate the sharing of know-how, accelerate the implementation of innovations into specific products, and contribute to addressing key societal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From projects to structures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIt all began in 2014, when Nanoprogress first became involved in the preparation of an international project aimed at supporting cluster cooperation. The INNO-DROP project laid the groundwork for improving the quality of cluster management in the EU. This was followed by the AdPack and AdPack2 projects, which aimed to support the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises. These efforts culminated in 2018 with the establishment of the European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG) Ad-Pack EEIG, which enabled legally formalized cooperation across European clusters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A new chapter: CEDEG as a metacluster of the future<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe experience gained through Ad-Pack EEIG led to the next logical step\u2014the creation of an even more robust and open platform. Thus, in 2021, the CEDEG, z.s. association was founded, which took up the baton and expanded collaboration to include new fields such as digitization and green technologies. CEDEG is not merely the legal successor to the original association, but a fully-fledged umbrella organization that today brings together over 2,240 entities from 16 European countries, including nearly 1,800 companies and more than 330 research institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An ecosystem that connects Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThanks to CEDEG, we are able to develop specific international projects, support shared infrastructure, advocate for common interests in European cluster support policies, and create the conditions for truly cross-border innovation. As a co-founder of CEDEG, Nanoprogress actively contributes to its strategic direction and, through its membership, builds a bridge between Czech researchers and the European innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe original idea of \u200b\u200bcreating structured European cooperation has become a functioning ecosystem with real impact. CEDEG is proof that when vision, expertise and trust come together, borders and intellectual limits can be crossed.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Vice-Chairman of CEDEG and Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nwww.cedeg.eu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nInnovation in motion or how the first spin-off from the Czech cluster was created<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe story of the company's founding Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o.<\/a><\/strong> is an example of how an innovation ecosystem can move from idea to real change. This company represents the first ever spin-off to emerge from a cluster organization in the Czech Republic \u2013 specifically from the dynamic environment of the Nanoprogress cluster. Its creation is not just an organizational innovation, but a fundamental step towards bringing the results of collective research and development into the real world.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom idea to reality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nBehind the whole story was the strong innovation ecosystem of the Nanoprogress cluster, which has long supported cutting-edge research and its transfer into practice. In 2020, the decision was made to transform the advanced research and technological potential into a new business entity. The goal was not only to maintain the continuity of the development of the unique AC electrospinning technology, but above all to create a strong foundation for its launch on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\"By establishing the first spin-off company, we wanted to create a bridge between research and the market. I believe that Nanotech Dynamics will help Nanoprogress members accelerate the development of new products, effectively launch them on the market, and thus create a real synergistic effect. It is a tool to get the results of joint research and development where they will really help - into practice.\" \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2013 Support for dozens of research organizations and companies<\/p>\n
\u2013 Investments in the hundreds of millions in unique research and technological development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Involvement of hundreds of researchers from leading institutions in collective research and development<\/p>\n
\u2013 Creation of hundreds of research studies in the field of nanotechnology<\/p>\n
\u2013 Development of more than ten globally unique devices primarily for the production of nanofibers
\u2013 Creation of dozens of products, patents and utility models
\u2013 Establishment of shared open access centers with unique technology for the preparation and analysis of functionalized nanofibrous structures and composites<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \n\n\n
All of this shows how strong a backbone Nanoprogress has become for Czech nanotechnology development. Its activities are today an example of how targeted support, cross-sector cooperation, and systematic work can bring about change that has an impact not only on the economy, but also on the quality of life of all of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen you combine cutting-edge science with the courage to take risks and trust between partners, things are created that truly change the world.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of the Nanoprogress Cluster.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Endowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> is an example of how technological progress can be combined with humanity and a socially responsible vision. It was created on the initiative of members of the management team of the Nanoprogress cluster organization and an expert team from Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o., who wanted to bring Czech nanotechnology from the laboratory directly to those who need it most\u2014sick people, injured animals, and natural environments burdened by environmental problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cOur vision is to bring hope where people, animals, and nature are losing it.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, co-founder of the foundation.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The basic impetus for establishing the fund came in August 2023, when the founders realized that the technologies they had been working on for years together with members of the Nanoprogress cluster could have a much greater impact if they were made available outside the industrial sphere. Weeks of intensive discussions, proposals and preparations followed, and on December 12, 2023, the Nano4hope endowment fund was officially established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Help in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n Help in cases where conventional veterinary treatment fails and highly specialized nanomaterials need to be deployed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n Projects that use nanobiotechnologies to purify water, air, or otherwise revitalize damaged ecosystems.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n The first wave of assistance from the endowment fund Nano4hope<\/strong> and its partners have compiled real-life stories in which nanofibers played a key role. A patient with a diabetic leg ulcer experienced significant improvement and a reduction in acute symptoms thanks to the application of nanomaterials. In a woman with a benign tumor on her forehead, a nanofiber dressing replaced the missing skin tissue, thereby accelerating post-surgical regeneration. A patient with a painful burn sustained from a lawnmower healed without infection and with minimal intervention thanks to a special nanodermis. In a female patient who had undergone head surgery, the nanofiber material promoted smoother healing and minimized scarring. Last but not least, nanotechnology aided in the rapid and smooth recovery of a knee following surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of Nano4hope\u2019s greatest strengths is its connection to the Nanoprogress community. This gives the fund access to leading experts, the latest technologies, and an established infrastructure that enables it to address problems comprehensively and quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nano4hope is more than just an endowment fund. It is a symbol of a new approach to social responsibility. It combines cutting-edge science, deep empathy and strategic vision. And as the first measurable results show, this path makes real sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We believe that real change comes when we join forces. Endowment Fund Nano4hope<\/a><\/strong> is built on the principles of trust, expertise and shared responsibility. Every donation, every connection with an expert or institution, every helping hand helps bring innovative technologies to where they are needed most \u2013 to sick people, injured animals and to nature crying out for restoration. Come and join us on this journey, join us as a partner, supporter or ambassador for change. Together we can do it.<\/p>\n\n\n www.nano4hope.cz<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nanoprogress has long sought to bridge the gap between scientific research and industrial practice, not only in the Czech Republic but also at the international level. The goal is to build a strong, resilient, and sustainable innovation ecosystem across Europe that will facilitate the sharing of know-how, accelerate the implementation of innovations into specific products, and contribute to addressing key societal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From projects to structures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It all began in 2014, when Nanoprogress first became involved in the preparation of an international project aimed at supporting cluster cooperation. The INNO-DROP project laid the groundwork for improving the quality of cluster management in the EU. This was followed by the AdPack and AdPack2 projects, which aimed to support the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises. These efforts culminated in 2018 with the establishment of the European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG) Ad-Pack EEIG, which enabled legally formalized cooperation across European clusters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A new chapter: CEDEG as a metacluster of the future<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The experience gained through Ad-Pack EEIG led to the next logical step\u2014the creation of an even more robust and open platform. Thus, in 2021, the CEDEG, z.s. association was founded, which took up the baton and expanded collaboration to include new fields such as digitization and green technologies. CEDEG is not merely the legal successor to the original association, but a fully-fledged umbrella organization that today brings together over 2,240 entities from 16 European countries, including nearly 1,800 companies and more than 330 research institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An ecosystem that connects Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks to CEDEG, we are able to develop specific international projects, support shared infrastructure, advocate for common interests in European cluster support policies, and create the conditions for truly cross-border innovation. As a co-founder of CEDEG, Nanoprogress actively contributes to its strategic direction and, through its membership, builds a bridge between Czech researchers and the European innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe original idea of \u200b\u200bcreating structured European cooperation has become a functioning ecosystem with real impact. CEDEG is proof that when vision, expertise and trust come together, borders and intellectual limits can be crossed.\u201d \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Vice-Chairman of CEDEG and Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n www.cedeg.eu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The story of the company's founding Nanotech Dynamics, s.r.o.<\/a><\/strong> is an example of how an innovation ecosystem can move from idea to real change. This company represents the first ever spin-off to emerge from a cluster organization in the Czech Republic \u2013 specifically from the dynamic environment of the Nanoprogress cluster. Its creation is not just an organizational innovation, but a fundamental step towards bringing the results of collective research and development into the real world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From idea to reality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Behind the whole story was the strong innovation ecosystem of the Nanoprogress cluster, which has long supported cutting-edge research and its transfer into practice. In 2020, the decision was made to transform the advanced research and technological potential into a new business entity. The goal was not only to maintain the continuity of the development of the unique AC electrospinning technology, but above all to create a strong foundation for its launch on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \"By establishing the first spin-off company, we wanted to create a bridge between research and the market. I believe that Nanotech Dynamics will help Nanoprogress members accelerate the development of new products, effectively launch them on the market, and thus create a real synergistic effect. It is a tool to get the results of joint research and development where they will really help - into practice.\" \u2014 Lubo\u0161 Kom\u00e1rek, Chairman of Nanoprogress.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe story of the Nano4hope foundation, new hope for health and the planet begins with nanofibers<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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