Growing Great Ideas: Research Education Course in Product Development and Entrepreneurship for Life Science Researchers
NIDA plans to fund a hybrid course teaching life science researchers how to turn substance use disorder research into marketable products through entrepreneurship and product development training.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: October 1, 2026: Full application deadline
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $350,000; 1 award expected; duration not specified
Summary: Supports development of a course to train researchers in entrepreneurship and product development for drug use, misuse, and addiction research.
Description
This funding opportunity aims to establish a comprehensive research education course designed for investigators studying drug use, drug misuse, and drug addiction. The course will focus on equipping participants with practical skills in product development, entrepreneurship, and innovation to accelerate the translation of biomedical discoveries into real-world solutions. Structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience will be provided to help researchers navigate scientific, regulatory, and business aspects of biomedical product development. The ultimate goal is to foster an interdisciplinary community capable of moving promising research toward implementation or commercialization, addressing the complex challenges in the field of addiction science.
