NSF National Innovation Corps Teams (NSF National I-Corps™ Teams) program | NSF 25-549
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NSF National Innovation Corps Teams (NSF National I-Corps™ Teams) program | NSF 25-549

Supports NSF-funded researchers with entrepreneurial training, mentoring and funding to accelerate the translation of technologies from foundational research into emerging products, processes and services. The program focuses on customer discovery to assess market potential of deep technologies through a cohort-based model of approximately 24 teams per session.

Who can apply

NSF-funded researchers (current or within last five years) or regional I-Corps programme participants who form teams of 3-5 members with technical lead, entrepreneurial lead, and industry mentor.

Perks & benefits

  • Immersive experiential training in customer discovery
  • Mentoring from industry professionals
  • Access to National Innovation Network
  • Cohort-based learning with peer teams
  • Pathway to SBIR/STTR funding and startup launch

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