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Mcgill TechAccelR grants call for applications
TechAccelR Grants supports McGill University tenure-track professors by enabling them to accelerate their research-based ideas with commercial potential that are reported as inventions but need further validation as part of the commercialization plan. The program is offered biannually (spring and fall) and
Seven Vanderbilt faculty research projects get innovation catalyst funding
Vanderbilt has announced seven awardees in the latest round of its Innovation Catalyst Fund, an initiative that supports translational research that has promising commercial potential. The fund, which is available to all university and Vanderbilt University Medical Center faculty, helps
Altitude Lab Launches Pre-seed Venture Fund
SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Altitude Lab, a biotech accelerator started by Recursion in Salt Lake City, today announced the launch of its pre-seed venture fund aimed at supporting early-stage biotechnology startups impacted by recent federal
Launch Blue and Valvoline Global collaborate on Spring 2025 Industry Transformation Accelerator
Launch Blue is pleased to announce its collaboration with OneUK and Valvoline Global for the Spring 2025 Industry Transformation Accelerator. As a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, Valvoline Global brings technical expertise and industry knowledge to Launch Blue’s
NIH funding cuts threaten biotech, innovation and economy
The recent National Institutes of Health funding cuts and proposed caps on indirect costs are raising concerns not only about the future of scientific innovation but also about potential economic consequences that could extend far beyond research institutions. The Trump administration’s proposal to cap
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USF and Florida High Tech Corridor announce Early-Stage Innovation Fund Awards to advance breakthrough technologies in healthcare, environmental sustainability and disaster preparedness
The Florida High Tech Corridor, in partnership with University of South Florida (USF) Research & Innovation, is pleased to announce the latest recipients of the Early-Stage Innovation Fund awards. Now in its fifth year, this initiative supports pioneering research projects with significant
Statewide initiative aims to position Virginia as a leading hub for biotechnology innovation
Virginia Tech will play a central role in an ambitious statewide initiative to leverage strengths and partnerships across three regions in order to accelerate biotechnology innovation and advance the commonwealth’s position as a life sciences leader. GO Virginia has approved
State of Louisiana Launches Innovation Brand, Announces Creation of $50 Million Growth Fund and Artificial Intelligence Research Institute
Louisiana Economic Development today announced the launch of Louisiana Innovation (LA.IO), a new division of LED dedicated to making Louisiana a leader in the development of more high-growth, technology-enabled startup companies. The first LA.IO initiative is the creation of the
Cooper University Health Care, Rowan University partner to advance MedTech innovation in region
Cooper University Health Care and Rowan University leaders plan to create a joint innovation center to support a consortium of like-minded researchers and boost medical technology commercialization. Inspired by a 12-year relationship formed through Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, the Joint