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Nebraska Academic Research and Development Grants is sponsored by Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED). This program offers Nebraska businesses a matching competitive grant for research and development activities done in conjunction with a Nebraska college or university.
The research and development should be directed toward the commercialization of new products, modification of existing products leading to substantially improved marketability, or improvement of existing processes providing new revenue sources. R&D grant funding must be matched at 100% (1:1) of the requested grant amount, with value-added agriculture projects matched at 25% (4:1).
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Nebraska Academic Research and Development Grants - Nebraska Department of Economic Development Nebraska Academic Research This program offers Nebraska businesses a matching competitive grant for research and development activities done in conjunction with a Nebraska college or university. Research and development for this grant is primarily driven by the academic component.
It should be directed toward the following: Commercialization of new projects. Modification of existing products that lead to substantially improved marketability. Improvement of existing processes that may provide a new source of revenue to Nebraska businesses.
Phase I R&D awards are capped at $100,000. Phase II R&D awards are capped at $400,000. Businesses are eligible to apply for Phase II awards if they have successfully completed a Phase I award as determined by DED.
DED will not grant more than two awards in any four-year period per project. R&D grant funding must be matched at 100% (1:1) of the requested grant amount with eligible matching funds. R&D Grant funding for value-added agriculture projects must be matched at 25% (4:1) of the requested grant amount with eligible matching funds.
Please discuss project details with DED staff to determine if the project meets the value-added agriculture category requirements. Each phase will generally be completed within 24 months of award.
Eligible matching funds include any non-state source such as private foundations, federal or local governments, quasi-governmental entities, commercial lending institutions, investors, or other sources provided they are not using funds appropriated by the Nebraska Legislature. Any for-profit business that has physical operations facilities in Nebraska will be considered for Academic R&D funding.
Projects are defined by the scope of work and the reasonable costs associated with the academic research and development activities undertaken by a business in cooperation with a Nebraska college, university, or faculty member. They’ll research to develop new products and processes and make modifications to existing products. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.
Contact DED directly to determine the status of funding. Grant Management Resources This page will provide technical assistance on using AmpliFund to apply for and manage grants awarded by DED. Academic R&D Grant Guidelines For more information on Academic R&D Grants: Business Innovation Consultant bradley.
kulwicki@nebraska. gov | 402-480-9380
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Any for-profit business with physical operations facilities in Nebraska. Businesses are eligible to apply for Phase II awards if they have successfully completed a Phase I award as determined by DED. Projects are defined by the scope of work and reasonable costs associated with academic research and development activities undertaken by a business in cooperation with a Nebraska college, university, or faculty member. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I R&D awards are capped at $100,000. Phase II R&D awards are capped at $400,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Nebraska Academic Research and Development Grants is funded by Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Nebraska. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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