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Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park Research Partnership Grants

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Competitive grant · Semiconductors

At a glance

Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park Research Partnership Grants is a Illinois state competitive grant from Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) providing $1,000,000 to $15,000,000 for quantum computing and microelectronics research anchored at the iqmp campus. Eligible applicants are companies and research institutions committing research operations to the iqmp campus or partnering with its anchor tenants; negotiated cost share. The application deadline is December 15, 2026. Apply via dceo.illinois.gov.

Amount
$1M–$15M
Deadline
Dec 15, 2026
Type
Competitive
Status
Open

About this program

Partnership grants co-fund corporate and academic research programs locating at the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park - cryogenic systems, quantum networking, advanced packaging and superconducting fabrication - alongside the state's anchor investments with national laboratories.

Who can apply

Companies and research institutions committing research operations to the IQMP campus or partnering with its anchor tenants; negotiated cost share.

How to apply

Applications are submitted through the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity 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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