Ashton Miller, PhD is a former University of Kentucky postdoc who is now one of the Project Managers for KYNETIC. She will provide a brief overview of this unique grant program and the application process.
Kentucky Network for Innovation and Commercialization (KYNETIC): Virtual information session for postdocs
Do you have an idea for a product that could improve patient care or enhance human health?
KYNETIC offers proof-of-concept and product development grants for all types of health-related ideas. Cycle 3 grants of up to $50,000 per project will be awarded to be used over 6 months. Projects are eligible for competitive renewal every 6 months, until a maximum of $200,000 per technology is reached. In addition, product development, commercialization, and entrepreneurship training is offered to all selected applicants. Faculty, staff, postdocs, and students are eligible to apply.
A pre-application is required by Monday, February 15, 2021. Additional details are available at https://www.research.uky.edu/ukinnovate/kynetic
KYNETIC project managers are eager to answer questions about this RFA and assist you with various aspects of the pre-application. We encourage informal inquiries about whether an idea or product would be suitable for this program. Email kynetic@uky.edu with questions or to schedule an appointment to discuss the KYNETIC grant pre-application or your idea.
Join us to learn more at the KYNETIC virtual information session for postdocs!