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Activate Fellowship is sponsored by Activate. org. The Activate Fellowship is a two-year program that supports early-stage science entrepreneurs who are translating research breakthroughs into new products and services with broad societal and economic benefits.
It provides comprehensive financial and professional support, including a living stipend, R&D funding, access to cutting-edge research facilities, and a network of mentors and colleagues. The fellowship is designed to help scientists launch successful hard tech science startups, with a focus on areas such as biotechnology, energy, infrastructure, and computing hardware. Fellows retain all intellectual property rights.
The program also has an 'Activate Anywhere' option, allowing fellows to complete requirements without relocating.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree + 4 years post-bachelor's scientific research, engineering, or technology development experience. They must be leading the commercial development of a hardware-based technology innovation for the first time and still be in development at the time of the deadline. Applicants must not have raised more than $2M in debt or equity funding from non-governmental sources and be able to commit 2 years full-time to their proposed project. Legal ability to work in the United States and speak English is also required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows ~$300,000+ over two years ($100,000 annual stipend, $100,000 R&D funding, $75,000+ flexible capital). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Activate Fellowship is funded by Activate.org. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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