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NCInnovation Will “Generate HomegrownCompanies that Will Stay in North Carolina”

Last week, legislators unveiled the most ambitious economic development initiative since Research Triangle Park. NCInnovation will support rural economic development...

May 25 2023

What They’re Saying About NCInnovation

“This model holds great promise to expand North Carolina’s technology commercialization and serve as a blueprint to expand American innovation”...

May 16 2023

Legislators Offer Historic Appropriation for State’s Innovation Future

Proposed budget allocates $1.425 billion to NCInnovation, a nonprofit created to advance and commercialize applied research at NC universities The...

May 15 2023

State Audit: NCInnovation in Full Compliance

Audit: “NCInnovation followed what is statutorily required of it Research Triangle Park, NC – The North Carolina Office of the...

Mar 17 2025

LISTEN: NCInnovation’s Michelle Bolas Talks Advancing North Carolina’s Economy Through University Research on The Charlotte Ledger Podcast

NCInnovation is Bridging the Gap Between University Research and Economic Impact CHARLOTTE, NC – Michelle Bolas, Executive Vice President and...

Mar 12 2025

University Chancellors Express Support for NCInnovation at UNC Board of Governors Committee on Educational Planning, Policies, and Programs Meeting

“I think it’s so important we use this extraordinary resource… to make certain that our best and brightest aren’t leaving...

Mar 11 2025

WATCH: UNC Charlotte professor partners with Monroe company to get tech from his lab to our homes

NCInnovation supporting UNC Charlotte professor Dr. Jordan Poler’s research to filter forever chemicals from water CHARLOTTE, NC – Jordan Poler,...

Feb 20 2025

NCInnovation Names Hub Director for Fayetteville State University

Alison Beatty brings national security, DoD contracting experience to lead NCInnovation’s work in the Fayetteville region Fayetteville, NC – Alison...

Feb 18 2025

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in the Piedmont Region

Trailblazing research is underway in the Piedmont Region of North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation From groundbreaking medical advancements to next...

Feb 07 2025

NCInnovation Names Wilmington’s Hub Director

Scott Davis, an entrepreneur and double UNCW grad, to lead NCInnovation’s work in the Wilmington region Wilmington, NC – Scott...

Feb 03 2025

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in Western NC

Trailblazing research is underway in Western North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation NCInnovation (NCI) provides grant funding and support to university...

Jan 22 2025

A Look Back at 2024

What did we learn in 2024? UNC System researchers have the expertise, innovation, and drive to outcompete their peers –...

Jan 15 2025

NCInnovation Secures Investment Manager for Endowment

By Linda Hall, Chief Financial Officer Last week marked an exciting milestone for NCInnovation. After a diligent selection process, the...

Jan 13 2025

NCInnovation’s Research Grant Application Now Open, All UNC System Applied Researchers Eligible to Apply

NCInnovation supports university applied research that has commercial promise The university-to-industry pipeline is key to North Carolina’s (and America’s) technological...

Nov 21 2024

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in the Charlotte Region

Trailblazing research is underway in Charlotte, North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation NCInnovation (NCI) provides grant funding and support to university...

Nov 07 2024

NCInnovation adds three more hubs at UNC System institutions

Nonprofit expands statewide presence with new hubs at App State, Fayetteville State, and UNC Wilmington, increasing support for applied research...

Oct 31 2024

NCInnovation and NC IDEA Foundation: Partnering Up to Accelerate Innovation

NCInnovation and the NC IDEA Foundation recently announced a new partnership supporting NCI’s grants and regional innovation networks to accelerate...

Oct 17 2024

NCInnovation Adds Experienced Research Commercialization Leadership to Team

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that unlocks the innovative potential of North Carolina’s world-class public universities, today announced...

Oct 16 2024

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in Eastern NC

Trailblazing research is underway in eastern North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation NCInnovation (NCI) provides grant funding and support to university...

Sep 27 2024

In the News: WCU Researchers Join the Fight Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases

The research of Dr. Byrd and Dr. Huffman is backed by an NCInnovation grant Cullowhee, NC – The Smoky Mountain...

Sep 23 2024

What Is the NCInnovation Endowment, and How Does it Work?

Legislature’s smart funding model means NCInnovation can deploy university research grants without spending down state money How NCInnovation receives and...

Sep 03 2024

Second Round of State Funding Moves to NCInnovation Endowment

NCInnovation endowment now has full $500 million prescribed in 2023-25 state budget Organization uses interest and investment income from endowment...

Aug 21 2024

WATCH: UNC Charlotte Researcher Describes His Work on Power Grid Efficiency to WBTV

Dr. Kamalasadan’s research is backed by an NCInnovation grant Charlotte, NC – WBTV recently interviewed UNC Charlotte researcher Dr. Sukumar...

Aug 20 2024

What They Are Saying: UNC System Chancellors Weigh in on NCInnovation Research Funding

NCInnovation approved $5.2 million in research grants to seven universities for projects from cancer research to lithium refining to PFAS...

May 30 2024

NCInnovation Approves $5 Million to Support Eight University Research Projects

Milestone marks NCInnovation’s first grant approvals, just four months after receiving state funding Grants entirely funded from interest earned on...

May 16 2024

How Does the “Valley of Death” Impede North Carolina’s Growth?

North Carolina is home to one of the nation’s top public university systems, rightfully hailed as our “crown jewel.” Within...

May 08 2024

NCInnovation: Just the Facts

NCInnovation unlocks the innovative potential of North Carolina’s world-class public universities. We provide grant funding to public university applied researchers...

Apr 25 2024

NCInnovation Surpasses $25 Million in Private Fundraising Commitments

Milestone checks off another legislative requirement months ahead of schedule Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that helps unlock...

Apr 23 2024

NCInnovation Bolsters its Private Funding Commitments with $500,000 Pledge from The Huntington National Bank

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a nonprofit organization that helps turn North Carolina’s university research breakthroughs into commercially viable solutions, today...

Apr 10 2024

NCInnovation Launches Pilot Grant Program to Accelerate University Research Commercialization Across North Carolina

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that helps unlock the innovative potential of North Carolina’s world-class public universities, today...

Apr 08 2024

NCInnovation Names RTP Veteran Linda Hall as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a nonprofit organization that helps turn North Carolina’s university research breakthroughs into commercially viable solutions, today...

Mar 07 2024

NCInnovation Expands Senior Leadership Team with Josh Howard and Erica Shrader

NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that helps turn North Carolina’s university research breakthroughs into commercially viable solutions, today announced two additions...

Mar 05 2024

Statement on Proposed Appointees to NCInnovation’s Board of Directors

The North Carolina General Assembly yesterday released its proposed list of legislative appointees to NCInnovation's Board of Directors.

Oct 25 2023

Progress Report: NCInnovation Announces Four Regional Directors

Directors will lead NCInnovation’s regional operations, anchored by ECU, WCU, UNC Charlotte, and N.C. A&T State University...

Oct 03 2023

Statement on NCInnovation’s Inclusion in State Budget Conference Report

The state budget conference report, released today, creates a $500 million endowment for NCInnovation...

Sep 21 2023

Op-Ed: Kelly King Explains NCInnovation’s Mission and Benefits

“Better to finish the R&D sequence at the point a product can turn into a private business, and that’s what...

Jul 19 2023

How Does the University R&D Sequence Work, Anyway?

NCInnovation exists to support North Carolina university researchers through the final leg of the R&D sequence, when the academic phase...

Jul 14 2023

CNBC Features NCInnovation in “Best State for Business” Coverage

CNBC yesterday named North Carolina its Best State for Business for the second consecutive year...

Jul 12 2023

NCInnovation Will “Generate HomegrownCompanies that Will Stay in North Carolina”

Last week, legislators unveiled the most ambitious economic development initiative since Research Triangle Park. NCInnovation will support rural economic development...

May 25 2023

What They’re Saying About NCInnovation

“This model holds great promise to expand North Carolina’s technology commercialization and serve as a blueprint to expand American innovation”...

May 16 2023

Legislators Offer Historic Appropriation for State’s Innovation Future

Proposed budget allocates $1.425 billion to NCInnovation, a nonprofit created to advance and commercialize applied research at NC universities The...

May 15 2023

State Audit: NCInnovation in Full Compliance

Audit: “NCInnovation followed what is statutorily required of it Research Triangle Park, NC – The North Carolina Office of the...

Mar 17 2025

LISTEN: NCInnovation’s Michelle Bolas Talks Advancing North Carolina’s Economy Through University Research on The Charlotte Ledger Podcast

NCInnovation is Bridging the Gap Between University Research and Economic Impact CHARLOTTE, NC – Michelle Bolas, Executive Vice President and...

Mar 12 2025

University Chancellors Express Support for NCInnovation at UNC Board of Governors Committee on Educational Planning, Policies, and Programs Meeting

“I think it’s so important we use this extraordinary resource… to make certain that our best and brightest aren’t leaving...

Mar 11 2025

WATCH: UNC Charlotte professor partners with Monroe company to get tech from his lab to our homes

NCInnovation supporting UNC Charlotte professor Dr. Jordan Poler’s research to filter forever chemicals from water CHARLOTTE, NC – Jordan Poler,...

Feb 20 2025

NCInnovation Names Hub Director for Fayetteville State University

Alison Beatty brings national security, DoD contracting experience to lead NCInnovation’s work in the Fayetteville region Fayetteville, NC – Alison...

Feb 18 2025

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in the Piedmont Region

Trailblazing research is underway in the Piedmont Region of North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation From groundbreaking medical advancements to next...

Feb 07 2025

NCInnovation Names Wilmington’s Hub Director

Scott Davis, an entrepreneur and double UNCW grad, to lead NCInnovation’s work in the Wilmington region Wilmington, NC – Scott...

Feb 03 2025

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in Western NC

Trailblazing research is underway in Western North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation NCInnovation (NCI) provides grant funding and support to university...

Jan 22 2025

A Look Back at 2024

What did we learn in 2024? UNC System researchers have the expertise, innovation, and drive to outcompete their peers –...

Jan 15 2025

NCInnovation Secures Investment Manager for Endowment

By Linda Hall, Chief Financial Officer Last week marked an exciting milestone for NCInnovation. After a diligent selection process, the...

Jan 13 2025

NCInnovation’s Research Grant Application Now Open, All UNC System Applied Researchers Eligible to Apply

NCInnovation supports university applied research that has commercial promise The university-to-industry pipeline is key to North Carolina’s (and America’s) technological...

Nov 21 2024

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in the Charlotte Region

Trailblazing research is underway in Charlotte, North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation NCInnovation (NCI) provides grant funding and support to university...

Nov 07 2024

NCInnovation adds three more hubs at UNC System institutions

Nonprofit expands statewide presence with new hubs at App State, Fayetteville State, and UNC Wilmington, increasing support for applied research...

Oct 31 2024

NCInnovation and NC IDEA Foundation: Partnering Up to Accelerate Innovation

NCInnovation and the NC IDEA Foundation recently announced a new partnership supporting NCI’s grants and regional innovation networks to accelerate...

Oct 17 2024

NCInnovation Adds Experienced Research Commercialization Leadership to Team

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that unlocks the innovative potential of North Carolina’s world-class public universities, today announced...

Oct 16 2024

Q&A Series: Learn about NCInnovation-Backed Research in Eastern NC

Trailblazing research is underway in eastern North Carolina, backed by NCInnovation NCInnovation (NCI) provides grant funding and support to university...

Sep 27 2024

In the News: WCU Researchers Join the Fight Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases

The research of Dr. Byrd and Dr. Huffman is backed by an NCInnovation grant Cullowhee, NC – The Smoky Mountain...

Sep 23 2024

What Is the NCInnovation Endowment, and How Does it Work?

Legislature’s smart funding model means NCInnovation can deploy university research grants without spending down state money How NCInnovation receives and...

Sep 03 2024

Second Round of State Funding Moves to NCInnovation Endowment

NCInnovation endowment now has full $500 million prescribed in 2023-25 state budget Organization uses interest and investment income from endowment...

Aug 21 2024

WATCH: UNC Charlotte Researcher Describes His Work on Power Grid Efficiency to WBTV

Dr. Kamalasadan’s research is backed by an NCInnovation grant Charlotte, NC – WBTV recently interviewed UNC Charlotte researcher Dr. Sukumar...

Aug 20 2024

What They Are Saying: UNC System Chancellors Weigh in on NCInnovation Research Funding

NCInnovation approved $5.2 million in research grants to seven universities for projects from cancer research to lithium refining to PFAS...

May 30 2024

NCInnovation Approves $5 Million to Support Eight University Research Projects

Milestone marks NCInnovation’s first grant approvals, just four months after receiving state funding Grants entirely funded from interest earned on...

May 16 2024

How Does the “Valley of Death” Impede North Carolina’s Growth?

North Carolina is home to one of the nation’s top public university systems, rightfully hailed as our “crown jewel.” Within...

May 08 2024

NCInnovation: Just the Facts

NCInnovation unlocks the innovative potential of North Carolina’s world-class public universities. We provide grant funding to public university applied researchers...

Apr 25 2024

NCInnovation Surpasses $25 Million in Private Fundraising Commitments

Milestone checks off another legislative requirement months ahead of schedule Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that helps unlock...

Apr 23 2024

NCInnovation Bolsters its Private Funding Commitments with $500,000 Pledge from The Huntington National Bank

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a nonprofit organization that helps turn North Carolina’s university research breakthroughs into commercially viable solutions, today...

Apr 10 2024

NCInnovation Launches Pilot Grant Program to Accelerate University Research Commercialization Across North Carolina

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that helps unlock the innovative potential of North Carolina’s world-class public universities, today...

Apr 08 2024

NCInnovation Names RTP Veteran Linda Hall as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Durham, NC – NCInnovation, a nonprofit organization that helps turn North Carolina’s university research breakthroughs into commercially viable solutions, today...

Mar 07 2024

NCInnovation Expands Senior Leadership Team with Josh Howard and Erica Shrader

NCInnovation, a non-profit organization that helps turn North Carolina’s university research breakthroughs into commercially viable solutions, today announced two additions...

Mar 05 2024

Statement on Proposed Appointees to NCInnovation’s Board of Directors

The North Carolina General Assembly yesterday released its proposed list of legislative appointees to NCInnovation's Board of Directors.

Oct 25 2023

Progress Report: NCInnovation Announces Four Regional Directors

Directors will lead NCInnovation’s regional operations, anchored by ECU, WCU, UNC Charlotte, and N.C. A&T State University...

Oct 03 2023

Statement on NCInnovation’s Inclusion in State Budget Conference Report

The state budget conference report, released today, creates a $500 million endowment for NCInnovation...

Sep 21 2023

Op-Ed: Kelly King Explains NCInnovation’s Mission and Benefits

“Better to finish the R&D sequence at the point a product can turn into a private business, and that’s what...

Jul 19 2023

How Does the University R&D Sequence Work, Anyway?

NCInnovation exists to support North Carolina university researchers through the final leg of the R&D sequence, when the academic phase...

Jul 14 2023

CNBC Features NCInnovation in “Best State for Business” Coverage

CNBC yesterday named North Carolina its Best State for Business for the second consecutive year...

Jul 12 2023

NCInnovation Will “Generate HomegrownCompanies that Will Stay in North Carolina”

Last week, legislators unveiled the most ambitious economic development initiative since Research Triangle Park. NCInnovation will support rural economic development...

May 25 2023

What They’re Saying About NCInnovation

“This model holds great promise to expand North Carolina’s technology commercialization and serve as a blueprint to expand American innovation”...

May 16 2023

Legislators Offer Historic Appropriation for State’s Innovation Future

Proposed budget allocates $1.425 billion to NCInnovation, a nonprofit created to advance and commercialize applied research at NC universities The...

May 15 2023

Press Releases

State Audit: NCInnovation in Full Compliance

LISTEN: NCInnovation’s Michelle Bolas Talks Advancing North Carolina’s Economy Through University Research on The Charlotte Ledger Podcast

University Chancellors Express Support for NCInnovation at UNC Board of Governors Committee on Educational Planning, Policies, and Programs Meeting

News

NCInnovation kicks off grant selection for high-value university research

NC Innovation Grant Project helps UNCC professor bring PFAS filter to public

NCInnovation selects App State as a support hub for applied research commercialization

Doing battle with the world’s deadliest animal: WCU researchers join the fight against mosquito-borne diseases

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