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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
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
Grants - Washington Research Foundation WRF’s Ragan Hart will be a panelist at LSWI’s Executive Insights event on February 26 >> Vision, Mission and Goals Technology Commercialization Building the Innovation Ecosystem Submit Phased Grant Pre-Proposal 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 Student Program Funding Opportunity Submit Phased Grant Pre-Proposal Washington Research Foundation is committed to supporting and welcoming a broad pool of researchers, board members and staff who represent a range of perspectives. We encourage people from all communities to apply for our employment, grantmaking and investment opportunities. © 2026 Washington Research Foundation, Seattle WA Vision, Mission and Goals Technology Commercialization Building the Innovation Ecosystem Submit Phased Grant Pre-Proposal
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Phase 1: up to $100,000; Phase 2: up to $250,000; Phase 3: up to $1,000,000 (plus 10% for indirect costs); eligibility guidance Faculty, postdoctoral scholars, research scientists, or students at Washington state nonprofit research institutions. IP must be owned and managed by the institution.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
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Grants - Washington Research Foundation WRF’s Ragan Hart will be a panelist at LSWI’s Executive Insights event on February 26 >> Vision, Mission and Goals Technology Commercialization Building the Innovation Ecosystem Submit Phased Grant Pre-Proposal 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 Student Program Funding Opportunity Submit Phased Grant Pre-Proposal Washington Research Foundation is committed to supporting and welcoming a broad pool of researchers, board members and staff who represent a range of perspectives.
We encourage people from all communities to apply for our employment, grantmaking and investment opportunities. © 2026 Washington Research Foundation, Seattle WA Vision, Mission and Goals Technology Commercialization Building the Innovation Ecosystem Submit Phased Grant Pre-Proposal
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Faculty, postdoctoral scholars, research scientists, or students at Washington state nonprofit research institutions. IP must be owned and managed by the institution. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Phase 1: up to $100,000; Phase 2: up to $250,000; Phase 3: up to $1,000,000 (plus 10% for indirect costs) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
