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Conquer Accelerator – MSU Research Foundation Meet the leaders providing oversight and strategic direction for our mission. Meet the people executing our strategy, investment, and operations to turn ideas into impact. Discover the real-world impact of our grants, investments, and partnerships.
Funding for interdisciplinary research with potential for significant scientific and societal impact. Funding for research in the humanities and arts, including scholarship, creative work, and performances. Recognizes research excellence and provides funding support to advance impactful scholarly work.
Helps transform discoveries into real-world solutions through mentorship and entrepreneurial training. Resources and opportunities that help founders launch and build high-tech, high-growth ventures. Expert guidance, specialized talent, and comprehensive support for founders at every stage.
Capital solutions that help startups launch, grow, and scale, from early-stage investment to working capital. Wet labs, flex offices, and warehouse space near MSU for startups advancing university-driven research and innovation. Private offices and startup services on the Medical Mile for MedTech and health innovation ventures.
Flexible space and strategic support for MedTech and mobility startups rooted in Detroit’s industrial legacy. Your MSU Affiliate ID card is your key to accessing campus facilities, discounts, and other benefits. Partnerships Partnerships A health innovation hub advancing care delivery through clinical validation, translational research, and startup collaboration.
A regional initiative working to reduce packaging waste and improve recycling through collaboration with businesses and startups. A technology hub helping researchers and startups turn advanced materials and manufacturing into real-world solutions.
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Conquer Accelerator marketing 2026-04-20T09:56:34-04:00 Conquer Accelerator Programs Conquer Accelerator Programs Our cohort-based Conquer Accelerator programs push startups to move faster, think sharper, and build stronger companies. Through a targeted curriculum, hands-on coaching, and direct access to investors and advisors, founders get the structure, feedback, and network they need to turn early traction into real growth.
Our summer accelerator is open to early-stage companies across Michigan, operating in any industry. Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction. Location: Program is based in East Lansing Our Grand Rapids accelerator is open to high-tech, high-growth companies based in the Grand Rapids region.
Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction. Location: Program is based in Grand Rapids Applications Open July, 2026 Our EdTech accelerator is open to early-stage education technology companies focused on K-12, secondary, and workforce education solutions across the United States.
Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction. Location: Program is based in East Lansing Applications Open July, 2026 Our FinTech accelerator is open to financial technology companies operating anywhere in the United States.
Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction. Location: Program is based in East Lansing Applications Open October 2026 Our Detroit accelerator is open to Detroit-area companies providing HealthTech products or services.
Stage: Preference is given to companies at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or beta stage, with a focus on those showcasing early traction. Location: Program is based in Detroit Applications Open October 2026 Our Pre-Accelerator is open to early-stage companies located within Michigan. Stage: Early-stage, Proof of Concept (POC) companies needing to get to a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and early traction.
Locations: Programs are based in East Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Detroit Term: Programs operate on an ongoing, ad-hoc basis. Looking for MSU student startup support? The Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation provides startup resources and mentorship to MSU students of any major.
Learn what matters most. Our industry-focused curriculum covers market trends, customer behavior, and go-to-market strategy—built to meet real startup challenges. Work directly with seasoned founders, investors, and experts who offer strategic guidance and honest feedback to help you grow faster and smarter.
Deepen your entrepreneurial skills through targeted workshops that spark creativity, sharpen your thinking, and open new opportunities. Test your solution with real users and industry partners to refine your offering and prove market fit. Collaborative Environment Surround yourself with fellow founders.
Our cohort model fosters connection, feedback, and potential partnerships that last beyond the program. Legal & Regulatory Support Get support navigating incorporation, compliance, and IP strategy so you can focus on building—not red tape. “They ask questions that investors care about, which will push you to think about your business in a different way.
” “This has been a great opportunity to get behind-the-scenes insights on how to build for specific markets. ” Aleksandra Medina, Co-Founder/CEO “Whether you’re looking for entrepreneurship fundamentals or to scale a project, this can help your company grow. ” Andrew Hauerman, Founder/CEO
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage education technology companies. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $20,000 in milestone-based funding. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Conquer EdTech Accelerator is funded by Michigan Virtual in partnership with Michigan State University Research Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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