1) Life Sciences (LS):

Projects or companies related to biotechnology, therapeutics, medical devices, biomaterials, healthcare IT, diagnostics and instrumentation.

2) Sustainable Energy & Transportation systems (E&T):

Projects or companies related to energy and transportation with a focus on renewable energy including unexplored sources and Smart city enabling technologies.

3) Information Technology and the Web (IT & Web):

Projects or companies focusing on making the lives of individuals and businesses easier or more efficient by offering Information Technologies and web-based solutions to specific needs.

4) Consumer Products and Services (P&S):

Projects or companies aiming at satisfying a broad array of consumer and business needs, ranging from new engineering materials, water technologies, processes for high-tech consumer applications.