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Explore opportunities that will assist you in advancing your research toward commercialization with knowledge, funding, and support.

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CTL Practicum
Training and Education
Flagship internship program.
Ignite Cornell: Research Lab to Market
Funding
A gap funding series that accelerates technology commercialization, venture creation, and growth.
Inclusive Programming & Resources
Diversity & Inclusion
Additional resources to support diverse innovators, from undergrad students to faculty.
Academic Business Development
Training and Education
A WCM course and training program where participants gain hands-on experience in academic technology transfer and business development.
External Funding Opportunities
Funding
From federal funding opportunities (SBIR, STTR, Activate) to corporate funding or call for proposals.

Historical Educational Programs

Pitch for the People

“Pitch for the People” is a virtual pitch competition that allows Cornell students, staff and faculty to present an idea that is poised to solve a social problem for funding of up to $2,000.

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Engagement and Learning

CTL provides year-round events and programs to educate and engage our stakeholders on technology transfer, licensing, venture processes, and commercialization.

Lab to Impact

IP and Commercialization Series

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Connecting the ecosystem

Connecting Innovators

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2026 BioInnovate Conference

Join the 2026 BioInnovate Conference, a curated forum connecting life science investors and industry leaders with promising Cornell spinouts.