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Meimad Program

A joint program of DDR&D, the Israel Innovation Authority, and the Ministry of Finance for dual-use military, security, and commercial R&D

About the Program

The program is intended for companies, entrepreneurs, and academic institutions conducting applied technological research aimed at developing military and commercial applications. From pre-product development to the technological prototype stage

The program’s objective is to promote pre-product stage research and development in military, security, and commercial fields with dual-use applications, contributing to national security on one hand and providing a foundation for economic potential on the other. A joint initiative of DDR&D, the Israel Innovation Authority, and the Ministry of Finance. This program supports the development of creative solutions for military needs and commercial markets at the pre-product stage. The program emphasizes technologies at TRL 3-5

Program Benefits

Grants and Financial Royalties

The grant amount & royalties vary by program track, ranging from 550,000 ILS to 15,000,000 ILS

Technological Support and Professional Guidance

Receiving assistance & support from DDR&D project officers and experts at the Innovation Authority

Strategic Opportunity

Positioning the company as having dual-use applications, expanding the customer base, and increasing order potential

Program Tracks

Applied Research in Academia

Registration Closed

Knowledge Commercialization

Registration Closed

Applied Research in Academia

Registration Closed

For contact and more information

For general questions, contact: contactus@innovationisrael.org.il | For questions about the suitability of the company and/or project to this program, contact: Tashtiot@innovationisrael.org.il

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