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Innovation Catalyst Fund | Center for Technology Transfer & Commercialization The Innovation Catalyst Fund provides translational research for Vanderbilt innovations that require proof of concept to attain commercial relevance, nascent projects that have strong innovation potential, and research projects with civic and social relevance.
The portal for proposal submissions will be open for during the months of February, June, and October.
Submit your proposal through our user-friendly portal when applications are open Benefit from expert evaluation, guidance, and rapid decision-making Transform your ideas into impactful solutions Begin the journey of transforming your ideas into market-ready solutions that make an impact - ignite your innovation with Vanderbilt's Innovation Catalyst Fund. Questions about this opportunity? Please reach out through our Contact Us page!
We are happy to help. Innovation Catalyst Fund Review Committee Visit the Catalyst Fund Review Committee. Learn more about their expertise, background, and the invaluable contributions they bring to the organization.
Get Answers to Your Innovation Catalyst Fund Queries Elevate your business through strategic collaboration with Vanderbilt University. The Vanderbilt Corporate Partnerships team is here to help you navigate the university’s resources to align solutions for your needs and challenges. See a collection of comprehensive sample proposals designed to guide and inspire your submission.
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Innovation Catalyst Fund Application Preview Through this fund, Vanderbilt is supporting the advancement of basic research programs with commercial potential toward productization through support for a variety of translational and commercially oriented development efforts.
This program is intended to provide: Expert Evaluation – peer-reviewed assessment by a committee of Vanderbilt faculty Accelerated Decision-Making – prompt feedback and timely decision Focused Translational Research – commercial potential and social impact prioritized Tranche-Based Funding – project funds distributed based on milestone completion The program is run by the Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Innovation in consultation with Division of Finance, VUMC Office of Research, and academic leadership in Vanderbilt schools and colleges, with management provided through the Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization.
The Innovation Catalyst Fund project selection will be ‘outcomes-oriented’ and based on clear project endpoints that achieve a commercial goal with translational research.
Examples of uses for funds in this program include: Prototype development and testing Proof of concept validation and data generation Conceptualization and design New organization capability Unallowable uses generally include: Services provided by innovation players on campus (e.g., Brock Center, CTTC, Wond’ry) Tuition or financial aid support for students Research supported by other internal funding programs, including Scaling Success, Seeding Success, and RAMP programs All full-time faculty employed by either Vanderbilt University or VUMC are eligible to apply across all disciplines from Arts & Humanities, Engineering & Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, and Bioscience & Healthcare.
Part-time faculty, students, or staff are not eligible. The Innovation Catalyst Fund Town Hall was held via Zoom on Monday, Sept. 18, 2023.
The town hall gave an overview of the fund followed by a Q&A session at the end. Innovation Catalyst Fund Town Hall - Sept 18, 2023
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All full-time faculty employed by either Vanderbilt University or VUMC across all disciplines. Part-time faculty, students, or staff are not eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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