The application for the “Spring 2024 NSF I-Corps Training” is now open.
Location: Virtual (free) 
Registration deadline: Jan. 25 at 11:59 p.m.

Successful completion of this course will qualify teams as eligible to apply for the NSF I-Corps National Teams program and a $50,000 grant. 

NSF I-Corps course at UW–Madison:

Explore the commercial value and real-world impact of your research or innovation this Spring as part of the UW-Madison I-Corps cohort. Accepted teams will complete a virtual, six-week course taught by NSF I-Corps trained instructors. The free, non-credit course is open to research faculty, staff, and students at any institution of higher education. The broad and experienced TEO Mentor Network will guide and assist participants.  

Course benefits: 

In addition to gaining eligibility for the national program and $50,000 grant, participating in the 6-week course may: 

• Increase your team’s ability to compete for other commercialization grants, e.g., NSF PFI (Partnerships for Innovation ), SBIR/STTR, and NSF GOALI (Grant Opportunities for Academic Liaison with Industry).  
• Gain valuable market insight to inform the next steps for creating impact with your research. 
• Gain unique professional development experience appropriate for a broad range of career paths, from academic to industry to startup.  
• Expand your network of like-minded peers, instructors, investors, customers, and mentors 
• Learn, practice, and hone your entrepreneurship skills.