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U of Arizona and Banner Health Launch Joint Translational Research Accelerator

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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 University of Arizona and Banner Health have launched the Big Idea Challenge Joint Translational Research Accelerator, a new funding opportunity designed to advance discoveries toward clinical implementation and improved patient outcomes. The new initiative will fund up to four collaborative pilot projects at up to $250,000 each. 

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