At a glance
Michigan Translational Research & Commercialization (MTRAC) Statewide Awards is a Michigan state competitive grant from Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) providing up to $100,000 for translating michigan university research toward commercialization. Eligible applicants are faculty and research staff at michigan universities, hospitals and research institutions; projects route through the relevant statewide mtrac hub. The application deadline is October 14, 2026. Apply via www.michiganbusiness.org.
- Amount
- Up to $100K
- Deadline
- Oct 14, 2026
- Type
- Competitive
- Status
- Open
About this program
MTRAC innovation hubs - covering life sciences, ag-bio, advanced materials, computing and mobility - fund Michigan university and health-system research teams to hit commercialization milestones: prototypes, preclinical data and licensing packages, supported by industry mentor boards.
Who can apply
Faculty and research staff at Michigan universities, hospitals and research institutions; projects route through the relevant statewide MTRAC hub.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation 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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