Vinnova is Sweden's government innovation agency and the country's main funding body for innovation. It provides grants, challenge-based programs, and co-financing to companies, universities, and research institutes in Sweden. Vinnova funds a wide range of technology and life science sectors including digital health, medical devices, and neurotechnology. It has supported early-stage neurotech companies in Sweden through its health innovation and Eurostars programs. Vinnova also supports Swedish companies applying for EU innovation funding such as Horizon Europe and EIC programs, making it a gateway to European-level neurotech funding for Swedish founders.