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SBIR/STTR Matching Fund

Provides matching funds to Tennessee companies that receive federal SBIR/STTR or other competitive commercialization awards.

About this program

Launch Tennessee's SBIR/STTR Matching Fund advances the development and commercialization of innovative technologies by matching successful Tennessee applications to federal SBIR/STTR programs and other competitive commercialization programs. The program helps Tennessee technology companies leverage non-dilutive federal research funding and accelerate commercialization.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are Tennessee companies with successful SBIR/STTR or other eligible federal commercialization awards that meet LaunchTN program guidelines.

Requirements

  • Company must be based in Tennessee.
  • Company must have received an eligible federal SBIR/STTR or other competitive commercialization award.
  • Company must pursue research and development of innovative technology with commercialization potential.