Qarawin is a cloud‑based community platform that aggregates Moroccan researchers, scientists and technical entrepreneurs into a searchable network. It uses a smart matching engine, discipline‑focused Slack workspaces and a mentorship marketplace to connect members with founders, investors and advisors, while a public showcase and secure member portal track projects and collaboration history.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Moroccan researchers, scientists, and technical entrepreneurs often operate in isolation, lacking a unified platform to showcase their work, find collaborators, and access mentorship, which limits the formation and scaling of deep‑tech ventures.
Solution
Qarawin provides a cloud‑based community platform that aggregates Moroccan innovators worldwide into a single network. The service uses curated introductions and topic‑focused Slack groups to connect researchers with founders, investors, and technical builders at the right moment. Local chapters in key regions extend the network offline, fostering face‑to‑face meetups and regional events. A structured mentorship program pairs experienced entrepreneurs and advisors with early‑stage teams, while a public showcase highlights projects, publications, and startup milestones. All interactions are managed through a secure portal that stores member profiles, project data, and collaboration histories, enabling members to discover opportunities and track progress without leaving the platform.
Target Audience
The primary audience comprises Moroccan researchers, scientists, and technical builders seeking to commercialize deep‑tech ideas, as well as founders and investors interested in supporting science‑driven startups originating from the Moroccan ecosystem.
Features
- Smart matching engine that recommends introductions based on research domain, technology stack, and entrepreneurial goals
- Dedicated Slack workspaces organized by discipline (e.g., AI, biotech, clean tech) for real‑time knowledge exchange
- Global local‑chapter framework that coordinates regional meetups, hackathons, and speaker series
- Mentorship marketplace linking vetted advisors and investors to startups through scheduled virtual sessions
- Public project showcase with searchable listings, media assets, and impact metrics to increase visibility
- Member portal with profile management, project timelines, and collaboration logs, all hosted on a GDPR‑compliant cloud stack
- Integrated newsletter and content hub that curates community news, research highlights, and funding opportunities
- Role‑based access controls and end‑to‑end encryption to protect proprietary research and business information