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The Matching Grants Research Program (MGRP) is a grant from the Florida High Tech Corridor Council that funds collaborative research projects between industry partners and University of South Florida (USF) researchers.
The program provides up to $150,000 in matching grant funds to expand project scope and support student involvement in cutting-edge research, with particular emphasis on projects that generate new intellectual property, develop and commercialize existing USF technology, or leverage Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards.
Eligible applicants include small-to-mid-sized companies located within the 23-county Florida High Tech Corridor region that are partnering with UCF or USF researchers. Competition for awards has grown increasingly selective.
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Corridor funding is used to expand the project's scope of work and support student involvement in cutting-edge research endeavors. Please review the Program Guidelines for detailed information about the program. Participation in the Matching Grants Research Program has become increasingly competitive.
The program prioritizes funding for projects that: Generate new intellectual property or technology Develop and commercialize existing USF technology Leverage federally funding through the SBIR/STTR or other programs Align with USF’s strategic areas of focus and the Corridor’s key industry clusters Engage new participants in the program (industry and faculty) Encourage interdisciplinary research across colleges and/or across Corridor Universities Provide high-level, hands-on research experiences for our students and fellows This program provides a cost-effective way for industry partners to access the expertise of renowned researchers, build relationships with students who may someday become employees, and conduct solution-driven research and development with the opportunity to solve society’s most difficult challenges.
If Corridor funds are awarded, a sponsored research agreement must be executed within three months of the Corridor award letter to ensure the availability of Corridor funds. The industry sponsor and PI must work directly with USF Sponsored Programs and appropriate College staff to finalize and execute a research agreement. University of South Florida 3702 Spectrum Blvd.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Collaborative research projects between local industry partners and USF researchers; SBIR/STTR funded projects also eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $150,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Matching Grants Research Program (MGRP) accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
Matching Grants Research Program (MGRP) is funded by Florida High Tech Corridor Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Florida. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
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