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Technology Validation and Start-up Fund (Phase 2 projects) is sponsored by Ohio Department of Development / Ohio Third Frontier. This program aims to boost the state's economy through commercializing technologies invented by and developed at higher education institutions, nonprofit research institutions, and federal labs, as well as supporting startups with the licensing of their products.
Awards support startups and young companies with the licensing and validation of products and technologies to help them move forward with commercialization. Focus areas include advanced manufacturing, materials, biomedical and life sciences, energy, sensors, and software and information technology.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Companies ready to move technologies from Ohio research institutions to the marketplace, including startups and young companies. Must focus on technology and tech-enabled products in advanced manufacturing, materials, biomedical and life sciences, energy, sensors, and software and information technology. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000 for each project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Technology Validation and Start-up Fund (Phase 2 projects) is funded by Ohio Department of Development / Ohio Third Frontier. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Ohio. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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