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Technology Commercialization Grants (Phased Program) is sponsored by Washington Research Foundation. A phased funding program designed to bridge the gap between discovery research and commercial investment. The program supports the technical development, evaluation, and de-risking of novel technologies at Washington state research institutions to catalyze commercially viable products and services.
Geographic focus: Washington state
Focus areas: Life Sciences, Enabling Technologies, Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Cell and Gene Therapy, Protein Design
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Grants - Washington Research Foundation Advancing breakthrough technologies in Washington state Student program funding opportunity (currently closed) Submit a Technology Commercialization Grant pre-proposal Our grant programs transform innovative research into products and services that will improve health and advance technology for public benefit.
We fund people, projects and programs at nonprofit research institutions in Washington state, while cultivating a vibrant and equitable ecosystem that enables innovators to thrive. Our focus is on life sciences and enabling technologies.
WRF is accepting a one-time request for funding to support late-stage preclinical development and first-in-human clinical trials of therapeutics, including gene and cell therapies, as well as small-molecule or protein-based drugs. Funding is intended for novel products whose intellectual property is owned and managed by a Washington state research institution. For further details, click here.
Technology Commercialization Project-based support leading to the commercial development of products and services Funding for postdoctoral scholars at Washington state research institutions Enabling students to experience STEM research and develop entrepreneurial skills Building the Innovation Ecosystem Foundational support for programs that cultivate innovation and inclusion $186M in grants given since 1993 102 WRF Postdoctoral Fellowships
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Faculty, postdoctoral scholars, research scientists, or students at Washington state nonprofit research institutions. IP must be owned and managed by the institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase 1: up to $100,000; Phase 2: up to $250,000; Phase 3: up to $1,000,000 (plus 10% for indirect costs). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Technology Commercialization Grants (Phased Program) is funded by Washington Research Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Washington. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
Technology Commercialization Grants (Phased Program) is sponsored by Washington Research Foundation. A phased funding program designed to bridge the gap between discovery research and commercial investment. The program supports the technical development, evaluation, and de-risking of novel technologies at Washington state research institutions to catalyze commercially viable products and services. Geographic focus: Washington state Focus areas: Life Sciences, Enabling Technologies, Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Cell and Gene Therapy, Protein Design
Technology Commercialization Grants is sponsored by Washington Research Foundation. These grants are intended to bridge the gap between discovery research and commercial investment in novel technologies, catalyzing commercially viable, translational research at Washington state research institutions and accelerating technology development to benefit the public. Initial funding for projects is for up to $100,000, with selected investigators potentially invited for further funding up to $1 million.
Student Program Funding Opportunity (Washington Research Foundation) is sponsored by Washington Research Foundation. This opportunity supports new or existing student programs related to STEM research and entrepreneurship at nonprofit colleges and universities in Washington state. The foundation seeks to expand access to STEM research opportunities, engage students in entrepreneurship, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM fields. Funding can be used for stipends, events, symposia, awards, conference registration and travel, and research supplies.
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