Innovation Corps Teams (I-CorpsTM* Teams) Program
ID: 330934Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$50K - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/330934

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf21552
Timeline
    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering the Innovation Corps Teams (I-CorpsTM Teams) Program, a federal grant aimed at fostering a national innovation ecosystem that bridges scientific discoveries with the development of marketable technologies, products, and services. This program seeks to support NSF-funded researchers by providing entrepreneurial education, mentoring, and funding to accelerate the translation of fundamental research into viable deep technology ventures. The I-Corps Program is crucial for addressing the gaps in skills and knowledge necessary for transforming basic research into commercial opportunities, ultimately benefiting society through innovation. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis, with an estimated total program funding of $12.75 million and an award floor of $50,000, targeting approximately 255 awards. For more information, interested applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov or visit the program's website for additional details.

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    grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov
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