Ignite Innovation Acceleration is a gap funding program, managed by the Center for Technology Licensing, offering up to $50,000 to help Cornell research teams advance disclosed inventions toward commercialization. Funding supports work that moves technologies toward licensing, startup formation, or industry partnerships.

Applications are open from September 22 to November 7, 2025.

This session will provide an overview of:

• Program goals and funding scope

• Application process and timeline

• Eligibility and selection criteria

• How this program fits into the Ignite: Lab to Market funding series

Have questions about your project’s fit? Join us live and get answers from the program team.