University of Utah RFP for Seed Grant Program
The Funding Incentive Seed Grant Program, sponsored by the University of Utah Research Foundation, will support only new areas of research for a principal investigator(s). Research that is already supported by other sources will not be approved for funding. Gap funding to bridge support between external grants or contracts will not be considered. The applicant must clearly […]
University of Leicester call for spring POC proposals
Providing funds to drive projects with significant commercial potential towards achieving key commercial milestones. Eligible applications include: Proof of Principle Studies Design and manufacture working prototype Development of commercial relationships Validation of technology Market research Deadline for receipt of Expression of Interest Forms: March 1st 2013 More here
York University Student Enterprise POC fund, call for proposals
York CETLE is committed to helping students develop enterprising ideas and can offer very practical assistance in the form of proof of concept funding to get the idea of the ground. The aim of the Proof of Concept fund is to provide financial assistance to establish the feasibility of student business ideas. It will support […]
Virginia Commonwealth announces call for POC proposals, funded by federal DOC i6 Challenge
What is the Virginia Innovation Partnership (VIP)? VIP is a statewide network designed to accelerate innovation and economic growth. One of only seven multi-institution initiatives to win federal funding as part of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s i6 Challenge in 2012, VIP is bringing together universities, community colleges, corporations, investment capital and other resources to […]
University of Ulster launches call for proof of concept funding
The Office of Innovation is pleased to advise that the Invest NI-supported Proof of Concept Fund is available with a submission deadline of Friday 30 November 2012. As the name implies, Proof of Concept supports the final phase of the transition from laboratory to commercialisation. To be eligible for proof of concept, projects should be […]
Xavier X-Lab demonstrates key support program success factors
No fund, but Xavier X-LAB demonstrates a systematic approach to early stage concept development through an “internal accelerator/competition” program. From our experience, this program implements three key fundamentals of successful, university-led, gap programs: 1.Engages Innovation Community: An ideal gap program incorporates an extended network of technical, business, and investment professionals into the process. These individuals […]
Bemidji State University Begins Small Gap Fund Effort For Faculty and Students
Faculty Scholarship and Innovation Fund: Introduction Scholarship and innovation is highly valued at Bemidji State University. The office of Academic Affairs and the Center for Professional Development want to assist BSU faculty in their efforts to secure funding for individual or group research, pursue innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and to pursue external […]
Princeton IP Accelerator Fund announces request for proposals
The Intellectual Property Accelerator Fund awards gap funding to Princeton investigators with the goal of fostering and advancing the development of nascent technologies from university labs into commercial development and, ultimately, the global marketplace. The Fund addresses the development gap between early stage research and attractive, investment- and venture-grade opportunities. The fund is meant to […]
Pure Michigan Venture Development Fund Accepting Applications
LANSING– The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has announced that the Michigan Strategic Fund is targeting to invest up to $9 million to help grow the venture capital industry in Michigan.
Texas Startech Foundation accepting applications for Texas Emerging Technology Fund
SAN ANTONIO, Jun 12, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Startech Foundation ( www.startech1.org ) announced today as host of the South Texas Regional Center of Innovation and Commercialization (STRCIC) that it is now accepting applications from innovation startups located in South Texas for funding by the Texas Emerging Technology Fund (ETF). Created by the State of […]