Florida High Tech Corridor

Early Stage Innovation Fund

This program will support early-stage innovations and applied research with significant potential for commercial or community impact. These funds are meant to seed USF-developed innovations that could lead to industry investment, community engagement, start-up creation, and/or licensing opportunities. USF researchers may request up to $25,000 to support USF research expenses associated with the further development of the target innovation.

Review FY24 Guidelines and Application Instructions.

Key Dates - Round FY24-2:

  • Letter of Intent Due - Friday, May 10, 2024 (5pm) - CLOSED
  • Full Proposal Due - Friday, June 28, 2024 (5pm)
  • Awards Announced (Anticipated) - Friday, August 9, 2024
    • Funded research will coincide with fall 2024 term

Please read about the past awards provided through this program: