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Oregon AI Accelerator is sponsored by Portland State University, Metro Regional Innovation Hub, Google, Oregon Health & Science University, Oregon State University, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network, Technology Association of Oregon and TiE Oregon. This accelerator program supports early-stage AI startups with mentorship, validation support, and access to Oregon's innovation ecosystem.
The program combines in-person sessions in Portland with virtual programming.
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PSU Partners with Google to Launch Oregon AI Accelerator, Driving Regional Innovation | Portland State University PSU Partners with Google to Launch Oregon AI Accelerator, Driving Regional Innovation by University Communications Portland State University joins a coalition of Oregon’s top innovation and academic institutions in the launch of Oregon AI Accelerator, a first-of-its-kind statewide initiative designed to support early-stage founders building transformative, AI-first companies.
Backed by seed funding from Google, and supported by the Metro Regional Innovation Hub, PSU, Oregon Health & Science University, Oregon State University, the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network, the Technology Association of Oregon and TiE Oregon, the Accelerator will launch its inaugural pilot in February 2026.
The program will bring together 20 early-stage AI startups for a three-month hybrid accelerator experience combining in-person sessions in Portland with virtual programming. Participants will receive mentorship, validation support and access to Oregon’s thriving innovation ecosystem — without giving up equity — and will compete for up to $50,000 in equity-free grant prizes.
The pilot program is being administered at PSU through the Metro Regional Innovation Hub. “The Hub hosting the pilot program reflects PSU's role in the regional ecosystem as both a convener and a provider that fills gaps,” said Joseph Janda, Assistant Vice President for Innovation at PSU. “Small businesses drive economic prosperity, but scalable new start-ups are the long-term future.
It is part of our mission to support not only start-up companies, but the entities that support entrepreneurs. By running this accelerator, we are leading the way on the region's AI transition. ” The Oregon AI Accelerator builds on the success of the Oregon AI Bootcamp, which trained more than 40 founders in June and demonstrated strong regional demand for deeper, hands-on support.
The new Accelerator expands on that model with a comprehensive program designed to help founders refine their business models, strengthen technical capabilities and prepare for investment.
“The Oregon AI Accelerator is a model for how public, private, and academic partners can come together to make Oregon a true leader in responsible, human-centered AI innovation,” added Jack Phan, the incoming Director of the Oregon AI Accelerator Program. Applications for the Oregon AI Accelerator close December 15, 2025. The pilot cohort will run from February 2 through May 15, 2026.
While startups from anywhere may apply, at least 50% of the cohort will be Oregon-based to ensure strong local impact and growth. “This initiative represents the collaborative spirit that defines Oregon’s innovation community,” Janda said. “By bringing together academia, industry, and investors, we’re creating a powerful platform for founders to build scalable companies that reflect Oregon’s values of innovation, equity and impact.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage AI startups; at least 50% of the cohort will be Oregon-based. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $50,000 in equity-free grant prizes for startups. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Oregon AI Accelerator is funded by Portland State University, Metro Regional Innovation Hub, Google, Oregon Health & Science University, Oregon State University, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network, Technology Association of Oregon and TiE Oregon. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Oregon. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship Program is a grant from NVIDIA providing up to $60,000 per award to PhD students conducting research that advances accelerated computing and its applications. Now in its 25th year, the program invites nominations from doctoral students pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and related fields. Recipients receive not only research funding but also access to NVIDIA technology, products, and engineering expertise, along with a mandatory in-person summer internship. Students are nominated by their faculty advisors and selected based on academic achievement and research area alignment.
Nebius Research Grants Program is sponsored by Nebius. The Nebius research grants program provides researchers with free access to GPU cloud, AI models, and Tavily's agentic search engine, along with Nebius' expertise to accelerate discovery and deployment in AI. It supports academic or scientific projects with clear objectives, innovative use of GPUs for AI, machine learning, data analytics or HPC, and demonstrated feasibility and potential impact.
On July 22, 2026 the White House committed more than $5 billion to expand the Genesis Mission — the government-wide 'AI for science' effort — announcing 278 first projects and 14 National Science and Technology Challenges spanning health, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, and national security. More than 15 federal agencies are contributing awards, datasets, and facilities. Here is how the pieces fit, why it reorganizes the science-funding map, and how to position for the awards flowing out of it.
Read articleOn July 22, 2026 the White House announced more than $5 billion and 15-plus federal agencies behind the Genesis Mission — a national effort to point AI at the hardest problems in science. Here is what the mission actually funds, how its five National Science and Technology Challenges map to real solicitations already opening, and how a research team or small business should position for the money flowing out of it.
Read articleOn July 22, 2026 the White House committed more than $5 billion to expand the Genesis Mission, DOE announced its first 278 project selections, and 15+ agencies organized their AI-for-science funding around five National Science and Technology Challenges. Here is what the mobilization means for universities, small businesses, and nonprofits — and how to position for the funding that flows from it.
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