October 18-20 | Tucson, AZ

The Research Institution GAP Fund and Accelerator Program Summit

Marketplace Morning: Could investing in startups be a money-maker for universities?

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October 16-17, 2025 / Seattle, WA

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

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The Trump administration has been clear on wanting deep cuts in federal funding for research at American universities, including cutting money for basic research by more than a third. In response, some universities are working harder to turn research into money-making startup companies.

w/ Rick Huebsch, AVP, OTC, UMN

https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/12/03/could-investing-in-startups-help-universities-make-money