Northern Ireland’s science and technology hub, Catalyst has opened applications for its Co-Founders programme where ambitious and innovative people will collaborate to create start-up businesses that could change the world. With applications open to individuals or teams of up to three people who are open to adding a co-founder, the programme brings people together to establish a suitable founder team, validate their idea, test it in the real world, develop their business skills and know-how, and ultimately understand if the start-up idea has potential to succeed. Bringing together a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds allowing participants to meet potential collaborators, Co-Founders creates a space for start-ups to be explored and tested in a safe, risk-free environment.