Carver College of Medicine GAP Fund
Supports Carver College of Medicine researchers developing innovative drug delivery, device, and health software technologies to advance research toward commercial or clinical use.
Funder: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000–$50,000 per project; typically 2–4 projects funded per cycle.
Summary: Supports innovative faculty and staff at the Carver College of Medicine developing drug delivery, device, and health software technologies.
Key Information: Department Chair support and departmental matching funds (5:1 ratio) required for application.
Description
The Carver College of Medicine GAP Fund is designed to advance innovative projects by faculty, staff, and eligible postdoctoral fellows at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. The fund focuses on supporting the development of drug delivery systems, medical devices, and health software technologies. Funding can be used for prototyping, mold design, software development, usability studies, equipment purchases specifically for the project, and consultant work from external vendors. The program aims to bridge the gap between early-stage research and commercial or clinical application, with projects evaluated for commercial and technological viability and the feasibility of achieving milestones within the proposed budget and timeline.
