The TRG program funds projects that explore potential commercial applications or initiate the early commercial development of university-held life science inventions. The technology must have the potential to solve a real-world problem as a commercial product in the life science sector.

The goals of the TRG program are:

• Transform basic research discoveries into product-focused translational research development
• Generate data that addresses important product development milestones, addresses the concerns of potential licensees or investors, or otherwise de-risks the technology for a specific commercial application
• Enable strategic “go/no-go” decision-making regarding further technology development and/or pursuit of intellectual property protection
• Enable technology licensing efforts by the university
• Establish goal-oriented partnerships between university scientists, product development professionals, and key stakeholders

Proposals will be evaluated on the composition of the project team, including a project manager, and the setting of relevant, realistic, and achievable milestones during the product development tasks. See the guidelines for details.

FY2021 Deadlines:

Cycle 1

Wednesday, August 26, 2020 (noon)

Cycle 2

Wednesday, February 10, 2021 (noon