Apply for LaunchTN’s SBIR/STTR Matching Fund
LaunchTN works to bolster startup activity and increase participation from Tennessee entrepreneurs in what’s colloquially known as America’s Seed Fund. Every year, participating federal agencies allocate capital to SBIR/STTR programs. LaunchTN supports founders’ applications to the federal programs, and if the founders land that funding, then LaunchTN invites the company to apply for matching funds. […]
Launch Tennessee FY26 SBIR/STTR Matching Fund surpasses $1 billion in economic impact
For immediate release Launch Tennessee announces FY26 SBIR/STTR Matching Fund companies, surpasses $1 billion in economic impact Nashville, TN – Launch Tennessee today announced the 32 companies selected for its FY26 SBIR/STTR Matching Fund, marking a historic milestone as the program surpasses $1 billion in total economic impact – measured through follow-on capital raised, additional […]
Memphis-based company turns waste into biocarbon… and might just save the planet
*This is one in a series of feature articles about companies that received SBIR/STTR funding and matching funds from Launch Tennessee. Companies that have received this funding will be highlighted at this year’s upcoming Innovation Week, Feb. 24-28. Mark your calendars! Company: Glanris Name and title: CEO Bryan Eagle Location: Memphis The amount of agricultural […]
Tennessee located business helps solve world’s supply chain problems
*This is one in a series of feature articles about companies that received SBIR/STTR funding and matching funds from Launch Tennessee. Companies that have received this funding will be highlighted at this year’s upcoming Innovation Week, Feb. 24-28. Mark your calendars! Company: Vibronyx Name and title: Clayton Nicholas, CEO Location: Franklin When the COVID-19 pandemic […]
Pedia-Dose aims to reduce weary parents’ mistakes when administering children’s medicine
*This is one in a series of feature articles about companies that received SBIR/STTR funding and matching funds from Launch Tennessee. Companies that have received this funding will be highlighted at this year’s upcoming Innovation Week, Feb. 24-28. Mark your calendars! Company: Pedia-Dose Name and title: Tuzdy Currlin, MD, Pediatrician, Co-Founder of Pedia-Dose (pictured above) […]
Launch Tennessee awards $9 Million in SBIR/STTR Matching Funds to 40 small businesses, driving Tennessee innovation
Launch Tennessee awards $9 Million in SBIR/STTR Matching Funds to 40 small businesses, driving Tennessee innovation Each company received an initial competitive federal grant to accelerate innovation Nashville, TN – Launch Tennessee (LaunchTN), the startup support organization funded by the Tennessee Department of Economic Development, announced the distribution of $9 million in awards to 40 […]
Company launches at-home skin assessment, Kickstarter campaign
Editor’s note: This is one in a series of posts about companies LaunchTN has supported through the SBIR/STTR Matching Fund. Finally Skincare is a company focused on transforming the skincare industry through robust science and data-driven insights. The company is beta-launching its at-home skin assessment test, which allows customers to analyze their facial skin in […]
Applications for the Launch Tennessee SBIR/STTR Matching Fund open on July 8
Nashville, TN — Starting July 8, companies that have recently received federal SBIR/STTR awards can apply for Launch Tennessee to provide additional funding through its Matching Fund. “Over the past year, we’ve seen a tremendous surge in interest from Tennessee companies pursuing SBIR/STTR funding,” Launch Tennessee Technology Advancement Coordinator Allyn Abadie said. The Small Business […]
Launch Tennessee, SBA host road tour stop to connect entrepreneurs with federal funding
Launch Tennessee joined forces with the Small Business Administration to connect entrepreneurs with information about federal funding to support innovation. “The goal of today is to really engage the local entrepreneurs and make them aware of America’s Seed Fund and the opportunities they present,” said Erick Page-Littleford, director for the Small Business Innovation Research and […]
Amalgamated Vision leads extended reality industry with light-weight eyewear
Editor’s note: This is one in a series of posts about companies LaunchTN has supported through the SBIR/STTR Matching Fund. Imagine an astronaut trying to diagnose or treat a crew member for a medical problem. The astronaut periodically looks away at a computer screen for information to guide the procedure. Now imagine that the astronaut […]