Join us for an info session about the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps (NSF I-Corps) Program and other free startup support services offered by Clarkson’s Shipley Center for Innovation.
This hybrid info session will be held on Tuesday, September 23 from 5:30 – 6:30 PM in CAMP 163 or via Zoom.
About NSF I-Corps
The National Science Foundation Innovation-Corps program is a nationally recognized program that helps innovators explore the commercial potential of their research and business ideas. Participants gain hands-on experience in customer discovery, guided by expert instructors. Through the program, you will:
- Test the market potential of your idea by interviewing potential customers.
- Receive funding to support your customer discovery research (e.g., conference travel, market database access).
- Strengthen your resume by completing a highly regarded program in STEM and business fields.
- Improve your chances of securing state or federal research and business development grants (e.g., SBIR/STTR grants).
- Access up to $50K in funding if selected for the national I-Corps program (STEM focus required).
About the Shipley Center
Clarkson’s Shipley Center for Innovation helps students, faculty, alumni, and North Country community members transform ideas into market impact. The Shipley Center serves as the North Country’s NYSTAR-funded Innovation HotSpot and provides resources and expertise in:
- Business development and startup growth;
- Research commercialization and Tech Transfer within Clarkson;
- Specialized support for tech and scalable ventures.
RSVP for the info session here OR start your I-Corps application here.
