Developing entrepreneurship education tools for biomedical innovations
Official title: I-RED Southeast XLerator Network
Funded at Xleratehealth, LLC · NIH-10809677 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping teachers, researchers, and students in the Southeast learn how to turn their health-related discoveries into real products that can improve people's lives and boost the economy, while also encouraging teamwork between schools and health startups.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Xleratehealth, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Louisville, United States) |
| Project start | March 15, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,499,999 |
| NIH project number | 5UT2GM148083-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10809677 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include faculty, researchers, and students involved in biomedical research and innovation within the Southeast IDeA states.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not engaged in academic or research settings may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
The I-RED Southeast XLerator Network aims to create educational products that enhance entrepreneurship and commercialization skills among faculty, researchers, and students in the Southeast region. By focusing on translating biomedical discoveries into commercial products, this initiative seeks to improve human health and stimulate economic growth. Participants will engage in experience-based learning that equips them with the knowledge to navigate the commercialization process effectively. The program will also foster collaboration among academic institutions and healthcare startups to accelerate the development of health technologies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the creation of innovative health technologies that improve patient outcomes and enhance the healthcare landscape.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives in entrepreneurship education and technology transfer have shown success in fostering innovation and commercialization in healthcare.
Where this research is happening
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Xleratehealth, LLC
Louisville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Willmot, Jacqueline — Xleratehealth, LLC
- Study coordinator: Willmot, Jacqueline
Related research
Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.
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XLerator Network: Turning academic discoveries into market-ready health solutions
This grant backs a program that helps researchers and clinicians turn life science ideas into products people can buy or use.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.