SENACYT
Government fundPanama City · Pre-Seed–Growth · 2 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Through its 'Panamá Innova 2025' public call, SENACYT provides non-reimbursable grants to science- and technology-based ventures to support Panama's economic development. It funds two categories: Seed Capital (up to B/.60,000 for early-stage innovative projects over up to 18 months) and Innovation & Entrepreneurship (up to B/.150,000 for process, service or product innovation over up to 24 months). Eligible applicants include universities, research centers, public interest associations, MSMEs, nonprofit foundations and large companies. Priority thematic areas span agroindustry and biotechnology, health, advanced technologies and digitalization, energy and sustainable environment, engineering, logistics and mobility, tourism and creative economy, and education and social inclusion.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 27, 2026.
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from the firm's websiteFrequently asked questions
- What stage does SENACYT invest at?
- SENACYT invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What is SENACYT's typical check size?
- SENACYT typically writes checks of $150K.
- What sectors does SENACYT focus on?
- SENACYT focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Climate Tech, Creator Economy, Deep Tech, EdTech, Energy, FoodTech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Logistics & Supply Chain, Mobility & Transportation, Semiconductors, Travel & Hospitality.
- Where is SENACYT located?
- SENACYT is headquartered in Panama City, PA.
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from their channelLA VIEJA MOLIENDA, UN LABORATORIO VIVO DE INNOVACIÓN
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Capacitación con representantes de la Contraloría General de la República
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CAFÉ CIENTÍFICO
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✨ 34 años impulsando la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación en Panamá 🇵🇦🔬💡
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