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Opportunity Knocks: MIPS Grant (Proposals Due 10/17/22)

UMBC has a history of success with MIPS proposals!

MIPS grants are available for technology product research and development

Proposals are due October 17

The Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) program provides funding for university research projects that help companies develop new technology products. Proposals are due October 17, 2022. Visit mips.umd.eduor call (301) 405-3891 for details on how to apply.

Benefits to Maryland Companies

  • Cost-effective research with world-class university faculty
  • Projects engage university students, state-of-the-art facilities, laboratories, and equipment
  • Companies can select research capabilities to meet specific requirements
  • Non-dilutive, non-debt funding for research
  • Opportunity to work directly with talented students—potential future hires
  • Rapid proposal evaluations—MIPS notifies award winners within 60 days of the proposal deadline
  • Makes companies more competitive, domestically and internationally

Benefits to Maryland Faculty

  • Research translates directly to new product development
  • Potential for published papers and improved university facilities
  • Students gain valuable experience working on commercial technologies

Posted: September 9, 2022, 9:10 AM