Government Invests Over €1.8 Million in Four R&D&I Projects in Andalusia

12/28/2024

The Spanish Government, through the Centre for the Development of Industrial Technology (CDTI), has recently approved funding for four business-led R&D&I projects in Andalusia, with a total investment of €1.86 million. Among the companies benefiting from this initiative is Rekom Biotech, which will receive €315,579 for a cutting-edge project in chemiluminescence immunoassays.

Rekom Biotech’s Project: Innovating Blood Screening

Rekom Biotech’s project aims to develop advanced chemiluminescence immunoassays designed for high-throughput testing in blood banks. This innovative approach will significantly enhance the precision and efficiency of disease detection in blood donations, improving both public health and the reliability of blood screening processes.

Other Funded Projects in Andalusia

In addition to Rekom Biotech, three other Andalusian companies will receive funding for their innovative projects:

• Algodonera del Sur, S.A. (Seville): €683,258 for the development of agronomically enhanced quinoa, resistant to herbicides.
• Plain Concepts, S.L.U. (Seville): €454,237 to create a next-generation 3D graphics engine.
• Aldeilla Suministros Industriales, S.L. (Almería): €379,877 to develop an autonomous production system for the 'shiitake' mushroom.

Supporting Innovation in Andalusia

This investment demonstrates the Government's commitment to fostering innovation and technological development in Andalusia. By supporting projects like these, the initiative aims to boost the competitiveness of Andalusian companies and contribute to the region’s economic growth.