The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) is an EU body created by the European Union in 2008 to strengthen Europe's innovative capacity. The EIT is an integral part of Horizon 2020.
It is a unique EU initiative that drives innovation across Europe by bringing together business, education and research to find solutions to demanding global challenges.
Fraunhofer IGB is part of EIT Food, EIT Raw Materials, and EIT Health.