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The Research Institution GAP Fund and Accelerator Program Summit

Assessing and Reporting Impact and Performance Metrics

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October 23-25, 2024 / Atlanta, GA

The annual summit for research institution gap fund and accelerator programs, including proof of concept programs, startup accelerators, and university venture funds

The Story

Summary

Event Held 8.23.17

Recap of 90-minute Community of Action Discussion on Impact Measures for Gap Funding Programs:

  • Effect of gap funding on the technology commercialization process (process metrics, activity, econ dev, etc.)
  • Ability of gap to attract outside commercial and investment interest (leveraged capital, licenses, community involvement, etc.)
  • Quantifying the need for more attention and resources directed at the capital gap

Program Overview

  • Michigan Tech University
  • Tech Launch Arizona
  • The Rockefeller University
  • University Hospitals
  • University of Utah
  • Washington State University

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