Accelerator Award pre-proposals for Fall 2021 cycle due Oct. 4

The Accelerator Awards provide funding to support external validation and de-risking activities to demonstrate the commercial viability of a technology. There are three steps in the application process: a pre-proposal; a full application by invitation; and a pitch presentation by invitation. All finalists invited to submit a full application work with an industry expert to assist in developing a commercialization-focused milestone plan. The average award amount is $75,000. Applicants may request a total award of up to $100,000 and life science applicants can request up to $150,000. Learn more about the program and key dates for each award cycle.