University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign details proof of concept initiatives, recent recipients
There is a well-known funding gap between basic laboratory research and the resulting commercial products. Proof of Concept (POC) funding has proven to be a crucial element in bridging this so called “valley of death” between research and development. The goal of POC funding is to “de-risk” an invention such that the technology is more attractive for […]
Oklahoma Proof of Concept Center formed from regional partnership of universities, investors, and state-support
i2E has collaborated with The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology , the University of Oklahoma’s Office of Technology Development, Oklahoma State University’s Office of Intellectual Property Management and Licensing, and Cowboy Technologies, LLC to develop a regional Proof-of-Concept Center. Combining i2E’s venture advisory and investment teams with university technology commercialization staff the […]
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 […]
Scottish packaging company readies for global expansion, seeded with monies from SMART:SCOTLAND proof of concept program
Thanks to ongoing support from Scottish Enterprise, Insignia Technologies Ltd is preparing to take its groundbreaking packaging technology to a global, £multi-billion market. The company created an intelligent ink that changes colour when exposed to external influences such as time, oxygen and humidity levels. Developed by leading chemist Professor Andrew Mills, the technology can be […]
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 […]
U Chicago’s Philanthropic-supported proof of concept fund delivers $40,000 to move a streamlined approach to clinical trials
Thirteen-year-old Gilberto is suffering from refractory neuroblastoma, a tumor of the sympathetic nervous system that has dissipated throughout his body. Recently, he hit a roadblock in his treatment that is all too common at hospitals and clinics around the country. His doctor wanted to enroll Gilberto in a clinical trial. Alas, the trial was not […]
Drexel University announces new venture fund
Less than a week after Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter announced a public-private venture fund, a Philadelphia university said it will launch a venture fund next year. Drexel University president John Fry mentioned the venture fund as part of a presentation mapping out the university’s plans for transforming a section of the surrounding neighborhood into an […]
SUNY University at Buffalo funds two proof of concept projects, imaging and coating
Two UB research teams will receive funding from the SUNY Technology Accelerator Fund (TAF) to develop a novel multispectral imaging technology and a glazing technology for windows that will reduce energy costs. The UB awards are part of a group of six that the SUNY Research Foundation, which administers TAF, announced last week. The accelerator […]
Tech Launch Arizona announces two gap funding partnership, POC program
Tech Launch Arizona, a new umbrella organization at the University of Arizona charged with commercializing technology and creating industrial relationships, has announced two gap funding models for the program: Arizona Furnance: Arizona Furnace offers promising startup ventures a package worth more than $50,000 in cash and services. The package includes a $25,000 seed funding grant and […]
Announcement for Rutgers University proof of concept gap funding
The Office of the Vice President for Research and Graduate and Professional Education announces the availability of a FY2012-2013 Proof of Concept for Technology Commercialization Award Program. This is the new name for The Technology Commercialization Fund of prior years. The Proof of Concept for Technology Commercialization provides resources of up to $50,000 to enable […]