The NSF I-Corps Funding Continuum
TLA's NSF I-Corps Site program is part of a larger NSF funding continuum.
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To apply for the I-Corps Teams program, applicants must have had NSF funding in the past five years; participation in the I-Corps Sites program counts as NSF funding. Completing this program increases your likelihood of successfully competing for an NSF SBIR/STTR application.
What is the difference between the NSF the I-Corps Sites and Teams Programs?
| I-CORPS SITE PROGRAM (LOCAL) | I-Corps Teams (National Program) |
|---|---|
| Up to $3,000 for customer discovery | $50,000 for customer discovery and minimum viable product |
| 6-week course | 2-month course |
| Interview 20+ potential customers | Interview 100+ potential customers |
| Programming based in Tucson | Programming at I-Corps Nodes nationwide |
| As NSF funded, recipients become eligible for the I-Corps Teams program | Requires a history of NSF funding of the technology within the past 5 years |
Please contact Aileen Dingus if you have completed the TLA NSF I-Corps Site program and want to learn about these additional opportunities.