Glossary

Glossary – Ecosystem

Developed in 1935 by British botanist Arthur George Tansley, the term “ecosystem” primarily refers to the set of interactions that different species have with a specific environment (marine, terrestrial, etc.), but also with each other. Within an ecosystem, we always find an environment conditioned by physical and chemical elements (temperature, light, pH, etc.) and the …

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Glossary – Greentech

Combining the terms “Green” and “Tech,” Greentech encompasses all stakeholders using new technologies to support the ecological transition. Whether they are companies, incubators, or investors, these stakeholders share the same ambition to foster new lifestyles that are more respectful of both people and the environment. The term emerged in the 2000s in the United States, …

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Glossary – Business Incubator

An incubator is a temporary reception and support structure offering premises, assistance, and services tailored to the specific needs of start-up or newly established businesses. There are currently two types of incubators: those for general businesses and those for businesses specialized in a particular sector. Commonly referred to as “hives,” incubators allow emerging businesses to …

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Glossary – Artificial Intelligence

Definition Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of theories and techniques used to create machines capable of simulating human intelligence. AI is based in particular on machine learning technology: the machine feeds on a large volume of data that it processes using an algorithm to draw conclusions. These analyses are then memorized by the machine, …

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