Catalyst Grant Program for Hospitality and Gaming Innovation Spring 2026
ForecastedInternal — University of Nevada Las Vegas only
UNLV's Catalyst Grant Program funds collaborative research advancing innovation and commercial impact in hospitality, gaming, and entertainment through industry partnerships.
Funder: University of Nevada Las Vegas
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per project for up to one year; requires dollar-for-dollar industry match.
Summary: Supports collaborative, innovative research and development in hospitality, gaming, and entertainment, emphasizing industry partnerships and commercial impact.
Key Information: Requires an industry collaborator providing a dollar-for-dollar cash match; projects must have commercial or economic development impact.
Description
This internal grant program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) aims to seed promising research and development in hospitality, gaming, and entertainment innovation. Administered by the Office of Economic Development in collaboration with the William F. Harrah College of Hospitality, International Gaming Institute, and Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering, the program prioritizes interdisciplinary applied research and strong industry partnerships. Projects should address industry challenges through technology enhancement, economic development, or innovation in specialized hospitality areas, with a focus on commercial viability, industry collaboration, and regional economic impact.
