Catalyst Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Pilot Program (Round 2)
The Catalyst R&D Voucher Pilot Program funds early-stage NJ companies to access advanced research facilities and equipment, supporting the development and commercialization of innovative technologies.
Funder: New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation & Technology
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted while funds remain)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 per company in any 12-month period; multiple vouchers allowed, aggregate cap applies.
Summary: Supports early-stage NJ companies in accessing local research facilities and equipment to advance and commercialize innovative technologies.
Key Information: For-profit entities only; non-profits are not eligible.
Description
The Catalyst Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Pilot Program (Round 2) aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative technologies by subsidizing access for New Jersey-based small businesses to advanced research equipment, facilities, and makerspaces at universities, federal, and non-profit labs within the state. The program is intended to help early-stage companies transform research-stage discoveries into commercially viable products, thereby strengthening New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem and attracting industry and investor interest.
