Nebraska Academic Research and Development Grants
The Nebraska Academic Research and Development Grants fund collaborative R&D projects between Nebraska businesses and academic institutions to advance innovation and commercialization.
Funder: Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted July 1–June 30 or until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: Phase I: up to $100,000 | Phase II: up to $400,000 | Match required (1:1 standard, 4:1 value-added ag) | Max 2 awards per project per 4 years
Summary: Supports collaborative R&D projects between Nebraska businesses and academic institutions to drive innovation and commercialization.
Key Information: Program is highly competitive; contact program staff to confirm funding availability before applying.
Description
The Nebraska Academic Research and Development Grants program provides matching grants to Nebraska businesses for collaborative research and development initiatives with Nebraska colleges or universities. The program aims to foster innovation, commercialization of new products, enhancement of existing products, and improvement of processes that generate new revenue for Nebraska businesses. Grants are awarded in two phases: Phase I for early-stage proof-of-concept and product development, and Phase II for projects with active commercialization goals. The program prioritizes projects with significant academic involvement and those that strengthen Nebraska’s economic landscape through research-based advancements.
