Take advantage of CTL’s engagement and learning programming

From funding and training to community and mentorship, CTL’s programs support Cornell innovators at every stage of the commercialization journey.

Programs

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Training & Education
Broadening Access
CIVA
Cornell Innovation and Venture Advisors
A curated network of industry advisors with early access to Cornell's emerging technologies and ventures.
Lab to Impact
IP and Commercialization Learning Series
A learning series covering the IP and commercialization expertise researchers need to bring discoveries to market.
CTL Practicum
Training and Education
A hands-on internship that places practicants at the center of technology transfer and commercialization work.
Academic Business Development
Training and Education
A Weill Cornell Medicine course offering hands-on training in technology transfer and business development.
Ignite Cornell: Research Lab to Market
Funding
Gap funding for Cornell researchers and founders ready to move a discovery toward market.
External Funding Opportunities
Funding
Grants, competitions, and funding programs open to Cornell researchers and early-stage ventures.
Bearers of Innovation
A One Cornell Celebration
An annual celebration recognizing Cornell researchers and inventors advancing technology commercialization.
Inclusive Programming & Resources
Access for all
Programming and resources designed to broaden access to commercialization opportunities across the Cornell community.

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 hosts year-round events connecting the Cornell innovation community — from researchers and students to industry partners and investors.

Engage and Network

Connecting the Cornell innovation ecosystem

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Cornell Community Events

Innovation events and programs from across Cornell campuses

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Partner Events

Events and opportunities from organizations beyond Cornell

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Upcoming Events

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Bearers of Innovation 2026

Bearers of Innovation: A One Cornell Celebration is an annual celebration recognizing researchers and inventors' technology commercialization journey.