The annual summit for research institution gap fund and accelerator programs, including proof of concept programs, startup accelerators, and university venture funds
This 90-minute discussion will look at how university gap funding and accelerator programs are working with external commercialization and investment partners. Additional, we review legal considerations and tactics in forming new spinout entities and maintaining ownership through funding rounds.
The Consortium provides a dedicated, institutional coordinating forum for collective insight, program refinement, and structured engagement with aligned commercial, investment, and philanthropic partners.
GAP are an interdependent institutional innovation and capital strategy that includes:
Translational research
Proof of concept programs
Startup accelerators
University venture funds
