Program Overview
The Commercialization and Financial Support program helps NRRI partners' move their business ideas forward.
What We Do
The path from idea to commercialization is not easy. We help move ideas along by:
- Identifying and connecting ideas to available funding
- Coordinating scale-up activities
- De-risking technology development through NRRI research
- Introducing businesses to external networks that can help them
Who We Help
- NRRI Clients
- NRRI Researchers
- NRRI Partners
- Entrepreneurs
How We Do It
- Applying nearly 50 years of commercialization experience
- Leveraging partnerships with external stakeholders
- Collaboration with UMN Launchpad to support entrepreneurs
Where Are We Located
NRRI Duluth and Coleraine facilities
Our Resources
- IRRRB/NRRI Commercialization Fund
- DEED Launch MN Grants
- Extensive research labs
- Prototyping and Pilot equipment and facilities
- NRRI Launchpad - entrepreneurial support program
