At a glance
NYSTAR Centers for Advanced Technology Collaborative R&D is a New York state entitlement grant from Empire State Development (ESD) providing up to $150,000 for industry-university collaborative research through designated cat centers. Eligible applicants are new york state companies of any size entering a qualifying sponsored-research agreement with a designated cat center; company cost share scales with size. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply via esd.ny.gov.
- Amount
- Up to $150K
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Type
- Entitlement
- Status
- Open
About this program
New York companies partnering with one of the state's 15 Centers for Advanced Technology receive matched funding for collaborative R&D - from sensor development to biotech process optimization. Funds flow by formula through the CAT centers, making this effectively an entitlement for qualifying industry partnerships.
Who can apply
New York State companies of any size entering a qualifying sponsored-research agreement with a designated CAT center; company cost share scales with size.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the Empire State Development online portal. Register your organization, complete the online application form, and upload a project narrative, budget and supporting documentation before the deadline. Late or incomplete submissions are not reviewed.
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