CWRU Technology Validation & Start-Up Fund Program (CTP) |
Key Deadlines:
The Technology Validation and Start Fund (TVSF), funded by the Ohio Third Frontier, aims to accelerate and fund the translation of promising technologies into the marketplace through Ohio start-up companies with the eventual goal of creating greater economic growth. CWRU has received its third consecutive award of $500,000 from the Ohio Third Frontier, which is administered by the Technology Transfer Office as the CWRU TVSF Program (CTP) to advance a number of selected programs over a 12-month period. The CTP is intended to be the final bridge between a translational research project and a viable commercial program. Funding will support technologies that require validation/proof that will directly impact and enhance commercial viability and the ability to support a start-up company. Projects must have already advanced beyond basic research and should have the equivalent of a laboratory-scale proof of concept prior to applying for funding. Applicants are encouraged to work with potential Ohio licensees and business advisors prior to submitting an application in order to identify critical needs for the technology. Paramount importance will be placed on customer discovery, whether in the form of industry partners or potential end users. Specific milestones related to enhancing valuation and reducing risk should be defined, which can include any of the following:
Technology Focus Areas:
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Award Information |
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Eligibility
Eligibility |
Translational Research Funding Programs:
Validation Programs:
* Additional programs can be considered, please contact Stephanie Weidenbecher at (216) 368-6191 to discuss in more detail
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Submission Process
Submission Process |
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Please note, this process replaces the TVSF Phase 1 grants, formerly administered by the Ohio Third Frontier. Applicants will no longer be able to submit Phase 1 proposals through the State. All submissions and awards will be directly administered by the Technology Transfer Office at CWRU with oversight from the Ohio Third Frontier. |
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