TrueWineID – a new service developed through EIT InfraBooster programme
In 2024, team from the University of Sarajevo (team members from the Institute for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, the Faculty of Agriculture, and the Rectorate) participated in the full cycle of the EIT-funded EIT InfraBooster programme. The programme was based on a comprehensive methodology developed by the University of Warsaw and enriched through extensive knowledge transfer and mentoring support offered by University of Warsaw in collaboration with the EIT Communities.
As a result of this participation, a new service TrueWineID was designed, developed, and successfully introduced to the market. TrueGeneID provides DNA testing for wine grape varieties, enhancing quality and reducing costs and time needed for analysis. This service utilizes a fully equipped infrastructure and expertise of INGEB for every analytical step, from test design and sampling to reaction optimization, data processing, and interpretation. Unlike competitors that may lack complete infrastructure or the necessary expertise, TrueGeneID offers a comprehensive approach, providing a one-stop solution for clients in the winemaking industry.
Our Team involvement included:
• Participation in the EIT InfraBooster Foundation module, enhancing knowledge on research infrastructures (RIs) potential applications and analytical skills for evaluation and identification of the commercially viable RIs;
• Participation in the in the EIT InfraBooster Practitioner module, which supported the end-to-end design of new services leveraging RIs at scientific institutions. This included: analyzing the unique capabilities of RIs, identifying potential industrial partners, initiating industrial outreach, preparing and refining marketing materials that communicated key differentiators and client benefits, identifying potential clients, and initiating the sales process. These activities were guided by tailored individual and team mentoring offered by University of Warsaw, and culminated in presenting the service concept during the EIT InfraBooster demoday pitch finals. The key value proposition of the new service was also featured in the EIT InfraBooster services catalogue: 2024 https://heyzine.com/flip-book/ba48e1f379.html#page/1.
