Tools to help researchers turn scientific discoveries into commercial products
STARTUP Central
The STARTUP Central program is designed to help researchers in the Central IDeA State Region turn their scientific discoveries into real products that can improve health and boost the economy, by providing them with helpful training and resources.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Continuum Educational Technologies, Pbc NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lawrence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10914280 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The STARTUP Central program aims to enhance the entrepreneurial skills of researchers in the Central IDeA State Region, helping them translate their scientific discoveries into commercial products that can improve health and stimulate economic growth. By providing a suite of educational tools and resources, the program addresses the gap between biomedical research and the commercialization of innovations. Participants will engage in a structured curriculum designed using principles of adult learning, ensuring that they acquire the necessary skills to navigate the complexities of bringing research to market.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include researchers and investigators in the biomedical field who are looking to develop their entrepreneurial skills and commercialize their research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in biomedical research or who do not have an interest in commercialization may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower researchers to effectively commercialize their innovations, leading to improved health outcomes and economic development.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown promise in enhancing research commercialization, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Lawrence, United States
- Continuum Educational Technologies, Pbc — Lawrence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Friis, Elizabeth a — Continuum Educational Technologies, Pbc
- Study coordinator: Friis, Elizabeth a
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 below.