Igniting Potential from Science
Bridging academic excellence with circular market challenges
NextLap Tech Hub R&D is the gateway for scientific breakthroughs to meet real-world circular economy challenges. We support early-stage, high-potential academic and research initiatives that explore novel ways to transform end-of-life tyres into valuable, scalable solutions. Our mission is to bridge the gap between lab insights and industrial applications, ensuring that knowledge doesn’t stay on paper—it becomes impact.
Who can apply?
Academic institutions, research groups, PhD candidates, and public or private R&D teams working on circularity, materials, sustainability, or tyre valorisation.
Prerequisites:
- Early-stage research with industrial scalability potential
- Strong technical foundation aligned with circular economy goals
- Readiness to engage with industry stakeholders
The Innovator Journey
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Interested in joining the next life of tyre components?
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