About Media Sandbox

What is Pervasive Media? | 07/08 criteria | 07/08 selection panel

In January 2008 Media Sandbox announced six catalytic investments in innovative Research and Development pilots which exploit the opportunities in digital media presented by pervasive computing/wireless technologies.

The scheme is an entirely unique opportunity for SMEs to collaboratively create radical new products and processes – pushing forward understanding and potential usage of next generation digital media.

Participation in Media Sandbox offers funding, showcase events, business support and peer to peer knowledge sharing. Each of the 2008 commissions have recieved:

- £9,000 R&D commission
- Opportunity to focus intensively on development of new idea
- Programme of business support
- Early access to emerging technologies
- Promotion and exposure as part of a larger scheme
- Inclusion in national PR campaign
- Community of potential collaborators for future projects

Media Sandbox will launch again in Autumn 2008. Join the pervasive media email discussion list to stay in touch.