Three Dublin Start-ups Reach Regional Finals of Seedcorn Competition
Three innovative companies based at University College Dublin (UCD) have been named as regional finalists in the prestigious 2026 InterTradeIreland Seedcorn competition. The businesses, known as Glyvantis Bio, HAON Life Science, and Polliknow, were selected for the Deep Tech Award category.
The Seedcorn competition is a well-known event that supports new businesses across the island of Ireland. It provides entrepreneurs with the opportunity to improve their business plans and pitch their ideas to expert panels. For many start-ups, reaching the regional final is a significant step in gaining recognition and attracting potential investors.
These three companies are part of the NovaUCD community, which is a hub for research and innovation at the university. By competing in the Deep Tech category, the firms are showcasing advanced scientific and technological solutions. Their success highlights the growing strength of the Dublin start-up scene in the fields of biotechnology and data science.
As the competition moves forward, the finalists will continue to develop their business strategies. The winners of the regional finals will eventually move on to the all-island final, where they will compete for a share of a significant cash prize fund. This competition remains an important platform for helping Irish businesses grow and succeed on a global scale.