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The Research Institution GAP Fund and Accelerator Program Summit

Vanderbilt Innovation Catalyst Funds awarded to nine faculty from June 2025 cycle

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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

The Story

Vanderbilt University announced nine recipients of the Innovation Catalyst Fund awards for the June 2025 cycle, continuing its mission of accelerating translational research and driving innovative solutions to real-world challenges by providing faculty with crucial pre-seed funding across diverse disciplines.  

The newly selected projects span cutting-edge work in health care, engineering and technology solutions, demonstrating the university’s commitment to addressing complex societal challenges.  

 

Full story: Innovation Catalyst Funds awarded to nine faculty from June 2025 cycle | Vanderbilt University